IDRC International Doctoral Research Awards

IDRC International Doctoral Research Awards (IDRA) are intended to build capacity and develop research skills in Canada and the Global South to improve the lives of people in the Global South.

The objective of the project is to strengthen the capacities of emerging researchers at Canadian universities, growing the cohort of researchers able to design, lead and carry out high quality research that contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals and specific development outcome areas of particular interest to IDRC.

2023 IDRC International Doctoral Research Awards recipients

Learn about the 2023 award recipients and their impactful and innovative projects that seek to build a more inclusive and sustainable world.

IDRC-IDRA FAQs

Frequently asked questions about the IDRC International Doctoral Research Awards, the award conditions and the application process.