The IAD Graduate Student Lightning Talks (GSLT) are designed to showcase the diverse research, field experiences, and scholarly work of Cornell graduate students with a research focus on African development.   In the fast-paced format, each participant delivers a 10-minute presentation highlighting their current projects, research findings, or fieldwork experiences.

The Distinguished Africanist Scholar (VAS) is someone who has performed exceptionally in the academic field on matters related to African development.

The Institute for African Development Colloquium Series fosters scholarly discussions, rigorous research presentations, and enriching debates with a focus on African development. 

IAD Digital Narrative Competition invites multimedia submissions that highlight real-life experiences, academic research, and explorations, all with an Africa focus. Narratives should investigate African development in the context of challenges, potential and/or strengths. Submissions may be in the form of digital videos or documentaries.

Welcome to Savannah Dialogue, an IAD discussion forum dedicated to deep discussions, shared insights, and alternate exchanges on topical subjects related to African development.