The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is a unique approach to global development that not only continues on, but may in fact thrive through one of the most turbulent times in Global Development. At a time when many foreign aid and global development agencies are folding up, IDRC champions and funds research and innovation within and alongside developing nations. Embracing new technologies with new partners in the global South, IDRC may provide a refreshing, albeit hopeful, approach to the future of global development. For a taste of that optimism, we're joined by IDRC Vice President of Strategy Regions and Policy, Maggie Gorman Vélez, who will be speaking at the Canadian Association of International Development Professionals (CAIDP) Conference in Ottawa.

Following graduate studies, Maggie Gorman Velez began her career at IDRC in the capacity as a Professional Development Awardee. Subsequently, over 20+ years, she has served in progressively senior roles across a diversity of portfolios at the Centre.

Maggie brings a depth of experience in international research and development, with a proven track record of strategic leadership as a member of the IDRC Centre Management Committee and more recently of the executive team. Over the past several years she has played a critical role in the development and implementation of Strategy 2030.

She holds an MA in International Affairs from Carleton University's Norman Patterson School and a BA (Hons) in Economics from St. Thomas University. She sits on the board of her local community association and is the mother of three busy children.

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Erscheinungs­datum: 1.5.2026, 22:05:40