Institute for Gender and Development Studies

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Welcome to the IGDS

Welcome to the website of the Institute for Gender and Development Studies, St. Augustine Unit. 2011 marks the 18th Anniversary of the Institute, formally, the Centre for Gender and Development Studies. Our mission is to produce and disseminate knowledge on gender-related issues in the Caribbean in support of the UWI's Mission and to enhance Caribbean development.

What we do

We offer disciplinary and interdisciplinary courses in Gender across faculties within The University of the West Indies at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels
We initiate collaborative research projects that address the relationship of gender to all areas of society.
We pursue a program of outreach activities that includes seminars, workshops and networking events.

Last Updated: May 2012