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IBRAD (Indian Institute of Bio Social Research and Development) established in 1985 is involved in action research, training and capacity building of different stakeholders at the National and International levels.
IBRAD was established with the purpose of the growing need for:
- Understanding the concepts of biological, social, and other natural sciences, through a systemic approach and unifying these concepts to develop a coherent body of knowledge
- Thus applying the body of knowledge of socio-ecological processes through integrated systemic approaches and digital technology in the form of academic programs and training to address the problem of severe degradation of natural resources, climate change, and the social environment, upon which our survival depends.
It is recognised as a Centre of Excellence (CoE), recognized by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government Of India since 2019 and plays an important role in enriching the knowledge base and filling the research gaps through practical and result-oriented projects not only to enhance the capacity of existing institutions but also for devising ‘Appropriate Strategies of Tribal Development. The CoE- IBRAD will also be playing a complementary role to the ongoing programmes and activities being carried out by dedicated institutions i.e. Tribal Research Institutes in the States. IBRAD CoE is involved in the capacity building of the stakeholders and developed Models of Integrated Forest Mosaic Landscape Management for Climate Resilient Sustainable Livelihood Development.
