The London International Development Centre (LIDC) is an academic institution that facilitates interdisciplinary research and training to address global development challenges. It brings together staff, students, and alumni from seven University of London institutions. LIDC offers events, workshops, research groups, training courses, and lectures to promote interdisciplinary approaches to problems in international development. Its target audience includes academics, postgraduate students, and the broader global development community. The unique selling proposition of LIDC is its ability to foster cross-sectoral collaboration and generate impactful research outputs, enhancing international development policy and practice[1][3][4].