Institute of Development Policy - Development Studies

🌍✨ IOB Community Networking & Alumni Impact Award – June 29, 2026

IOB alumni around the world are making a difference—through their work, ideas, networks, and commitment. Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate these impact stories and connect with the IOB community!
Expect engaging conversations, good vibes, and fascinating poster presentations showcasing the work of researchers, alumni, and partners—all over drinks and bites.

🏆 Don’t miss the IOB Alumni Impact Award Ceremony!
🕠 17:30 – 19:00 | Opening plenary EADI-IOB conference: “Security and Development”
🏆 19:00 – 19:15 | Alumni Impact Award
🥂 19:15 – 21:00 | Networking & poster reception

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/networkIOB-2026

Come reconnect, get inspired, and celebrate the impact of the IOB community! 💬

🌐 Opening Plenary | Security & Development
How are security, geopolitics and development reshaping one another in a rapidly changing world?
At , the Opening Plenary brings together researchers, policymakers and practitioners to unpack one of today’s most urgent debates: what do rising global tensions, shifting alliances and new policy priorities mean for development futures — especially in the Global South?
From conflict and governance to inequality, sustainability and international cooperation, this plenary sets the stage for four days of critical dialogue on global challenges and (g)local solutions.
A timely conversation connecting academic insight with real-world policy questions.
📅 29 June 2026 | 17:30 CEST
📍 Antwerp + Online

👉 Be part of the conversation: https://bit.ly/eadi-2026

European Association of Development Research and Training Institutes (EADI)