International Institute of African Studies In Ireland was established in 2020 to respond to the need for better understanding of Africa, particularly the New Africa which began to emerge in the past years of the 3rd decade of post-independence for the whole of the African continent.
Current ProgrammesVision
A world where Africa in all its dimensions is best understood building from the foundations and depth of its history, present and future.
Mission
To contribute to education about and better understanding of Africa in Ireland, Europe and around the world.
Goals
To become a central forum and resource for African-centered academic research and programme development.
Focus
We offer a community of scholars and a lively focus of activity to persons interested in Africa.
Perspective
Are you interested in processes, identifying relationships and interdependence between humans and the natural environment, or curious about studies from an African perspective?
Diaspora
Delve into and analyse the origins and experiences of people of African descent wherever they live or have lived. The intellectual traditions inform this field African Diasporic studies.
Health
Learn about the complex health challenges differing environments face, and an understanding of populations, infectious disease responses and local governance for health.
Industry Policy
Discuss the continent’s plans for industrialization and economic growth through agro-processing, labour-intensive light manufacturing, natural resource extraction and value addition and more.
Democracy and the Rule of Law
Explore the different dimensions of development - economic, social, and political – how they developed and societal interaction.
Women in Africa
Explore how rural women play a critical role in ensuring food security across the world and carry a heavy responsibility as primary caregivers
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