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Policies and commitments

We are committed to the principle that clear, accessible policies are essential for transparency, accountability and trust.

Here you will find the principles and standards that guide how we work, share information and uphold our responsibilities to the communities we serve.  

These policies are living documents. We review and update them regularly to align with best practices and evolving standards. Explore the pages below to learn more about each area. 

Our commitments

Equality Statement

Our commitment to advancing equality through an inclusive, intersectional approach in our work and research.

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IDRC Code of Conduct

Our commitment to upholding and promoting the highest ethical, legal and professional standards in our daily work and activities.
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Advisory Committee on Research Ethics (ACRE)

How we safeguard research integrity and uphold ethical standards.
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Accessibility

How we ensure our workplace, programs, communications and digital spaces are inclusive and usable by all.

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Environmental, social and governance at IDRC

Our commitment to being a sustainable and inclusive organization through environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations. 

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Safeguarding and Reporting Misconduct

Our commitment to upholding safeguarding best practice standards, and how we enable confidential reporting of misconduct.

Our policies

Open Access Policy

Our guidelines for making research and knowledge freely available to the public in an accessible and transparent manner.

Safeguarding Policy

Our zero-tolerance approach to inaction against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment across all our activities.

Terms of Use

The conditions for using our website, content and services.

Privacy Notice

How we collect, use and protect your personal information.