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The Institute for African Development (IAD) is an interdisciplinary nucleus for the study of Africa with the overarching goal of strengthening and expanding the depth and breadth of African development studies. Based in Ithaca, our impact reaches far beyond our physical location.

More than 40 IAD-affiliated faculty from across Cornell conduct research and teach courses related to African development. More than 300 IAD graduate fellows now work in government, NGOs, academic institutions, and international organizations on the African continent—testament to the institute's diverse constituency and impact. 

Highlights

Apply for a Global Internship in Africa by December 15. Interns receive an award totaling at least $3,000.
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The Distinguished Africanist Scholar (VAS) is someone who has performed exceptionally in the academic field on matters related to African development.
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Institute for African Development Colloquium Series is an academic platform designed for scholars and practitioners to share research, insights, and points of view on subjects related to African de
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Global Development encourages students to learn from and with communities both locally and globally.
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Forum that provides a space where academics, researchers, and policy makers exchange views on current political, economic, legal, and social issues on African development.