Institute for Integrated Development Studies - IIDS

Introducing Res Himalaya

A biannual journal from the Center for Geostrategic Affairs at IIDS examining the political, economic, social, and strategic questions shaping Nepal and its wider neighborhood. Res Himalaya sits between academic research and public affairs, making space for ideas that deserve more room, context, and reflection.

For our inaugural issue, we’re inviting researchers, practitioners, policymakers, journalists, and independent writers to contribute.

Have an argument worth making, a question worth exploring, or a story that reveals something larger about Nepal and the region? We want to hear from you.

Submissions are now open.

📖 Read the Author Guidelines: https://iids.org.np/notices/
📩 Interested in contributing? Reach us at [email protected]

🌏 Regional Dialogue on Good Agricultural Practices

The Institute for Integrated Development Studies (IIDS) is pleased to collaborate in organizing the webinar “Advancing Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in BIMSTEC and ASEAN: Aspirations and Practical Challenges.”

The webinar will examine the role of GAP in advancing safe, sustainable, and competitive agrifood systems across the BIMSTEC and ASEAN regions, with discussions on food safety, market access, smallholder inclusion, certification, sustainability, GAP financing, and regional cooperation.

The session will bring together policymakers, practitioners, researchers, private-sector stakeholders, and development partners to share regional experiences and discuss practical challenges and opportunities for strengthening GAP systems.

📅 28 September 2026
🕘 9:15–10:15 AM Nepal Time (NPT)
💻 Online

🔗 Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_V-xQlxiwROOUiqdXHC8Fkg

We invite interested stakeholders to register and join this important regional dialogue on the future of sustainable and competitive agrifood systems.

IFPRI-South Asia International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) BIMSTEC International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)

Welcoming the New Batch of IIDS Apprentices! 🌱

We are pleased to welcome the newest cohort of IIDS Apprentices, selected through the 9th IIDS Apprenticeship Fair.

After connecting with talented and enthusiastic candidates at the fair, we are excited to begin this journey of learning, collaboration, and hands-on experience with our new apprentices.

We look forward to supporting them as they learn, contribute, and grow with the IIDS team.

Welcome to IIDS, and wishing you all a meaningful and rewarding apprenticeship journey!

Connecting Nepal with its Global Diaspora

IIDS is pleased to announce a new partnership with The Great Nepali Diaspora (TGND) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.

At the heart of this partnership is a shared goal: to bring Nepal and Nepali communities around the world closer together. By connecting IIDS’ research and policy work with TGND’s global network, we hope to create more opportunities to share knowledge, experiences, and ideas.

Together, we aim to:

✔️ Advance research and understanding of the Nepali diaspora
✔️ Encourage the exchange of knowledge and expertise between Nepal and diaspora professionals
✔️ Collaborate on research, policy dialogue, publications, and events
✔️ Strengthen connections with Nepali communities around the world

Through this partnership, IIDS and TGND look forward to building stronger networks, supporting meaningful collaboration, and creating new ways for the Nepali diaspora to connect with and contribute to Nepal.

🌏 Call for Abstracts – Deadline Extended!

South Asia is undergoing major transitions—from climate change and urbanization to technological and demographic shifts. How can we navigate these changes to improve diets and nutrition in the region?

Share your research and experiences at Delivering for Nutrition in South Asia 2026.

📍 Colombo, Sri Lanka & online
📅 November 30–December 3, 2026
⏰ New abstract deadline: August 30

🔗 Submit: bit.ly/D4N2026

Apprenticeship Fair 2026 ✨
Connecting young talent with opportunities to learn, explore, and build the future.
📅 26–27 August 2026 | IIDS