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LDII

International Partnerships & Knowledge Exchange

International Focus

Building Global Resilience. Advancing Innovation. Creating Sustainable Opportunities.

Climate change, health emergencies, food insecurity and economic instability are interconnected, and so are their solutions. LDII bridges knowledge and resource gaps between the Global North and Global South, so that institutions and communities can work together on lasting social, economic and environmental progress.

Photo: Participants of the Canada–South Africa seminar celebrating together

How we work

Five principles

  1. 01

    Knowledge Exchange & Research

    Sharing research, expertise and proven practices across countries and sectors.

  2. 02

    Technology Transfer & Innovation

    Improving access to appropriate technologies and technical expertise.

  3. 03

    Capacity Building

    Strengthening leadership, professional skills and institutional effectiveness.

  4. 04

    Partnerships & Resource Mobilization

    Connecting partners and resources to collaborative initiatives.

  5. 05

    Inclusive Development

    Putting the needs of disadvantaged communities at the centre.

We deliver these through conferences, workshops, policy dialogues, research collaborations and professional exchanges.

Who we bring together

Universities and collegesResearch institutionsGovernments and diplomatic missionsHealthcare institutionsBusinesses and investorsInternational organizationsCommunity stakeholders

Focus areas

Six areas of Global North–Global South partnership

The LDII delegation outdoors in Greater Sudbury, a city known worldwide for its regreening
01

Climate Action & Environmental Resilience

Protecting Communities. Safeguarding Our Planet.

Climate and environmental crises threaten livelihoods, food security and economic stability, and they hit vulnerable populations hardest. We help communities and institutions anticipate, withstand and recover from them.

The LDII delegation underground in hard hats during the Greater Sudbury mining visit
02

Mining Innovation & Sustainable Resource Development

Connecting Global Expertise. Empowering Sustainable Development.

We partner with Canadian universities, colleges, mining companies and technology providers to give mining professionals from the Global South access to modern expertise and practical training.

Delegates before the Canadian and South African flags at the Canada–South Africa economic outlook seminar
03

International Trade & Economic Empowerment

Connecting Markets. Expanding Opportunity.

Tariffs, trade wars and supply-chain disruptions fall hardest on developing economies and small businesses. We promote inclusive trade frameworks that build long-term stability.

IGAD’s Director of Health and Social Development speaking beside the EU-IGAD COVID-19 response banner, Toronto, July 2024
04

Global Health & Pandemic Preparedness

Strengthening Health Systems. Advancing Health Equity.

COVID-19 showed that strong public health infrastructure and international cooperation save lives. We support better-prepared, more equitable health systems.

Delegates visiting a food store stocked with sacks of produce, Toronto, July 2024
05

Food Security & Resilient Food Systems

Securing Sustainable Livelihoods.

Climate change, conflict, rising costs and fragile supply chains threaten food availability and affordability. We work toward food systems that can withstand these shocks.

A handshake with the Brampton Board of Trade
06

Sustainable Investment & Social Enterprise

Mobilizing Investment. Creating Lasting Impact.

Lasting development needs investment that serves communities as well as balance sheets. We connect capital to local priorities, with transparency and accountability.

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Whether you represent a university, government, business or community organization, we would welcome the chance to explore how we can work together.

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