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The International Security and Development Center (ISDC) is a non-profit academic institute based in Berlin, Germany. Founded in 2014 by Tilman Brück, the ISDC aims to unite the topics of security and development and bring together the relevant communities in science, politics, and practice.
The ISDC focuses on conducting research to improve lives and livelihoods affected by violent conflicts, fragility, and humanitarian emergencies. The main activities include:
The mission of the ISDC is to understand and alleviate suffering worldwide through the power of data and evidence. The values of the institute include:
The ISDC is engaged in various research topics and projects aimed at promoting sustainable development and stability. Key areas include:
The ISDC works closely with national and local governments, non-governmental organizations, civil society groups, and international organizations. It is a member of various networks, including the European Association of Development Research and Training Institutes (EADI), the International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3ie), and the Households in Conflict Network (HiCN). The work of the ISDC has been praised by various partners, including UNDP and the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for its methodological rigor and practical relevance[3].
