Law and Development Research Network

The LDRN seeks to enhance knowledge and understanding of the role of law, both domestic and international, in relation to development and governance, as perceived globally and locally, and is therefore concerned with the social functioning of legal systems primarily in the context of countries in the Global South. It envisages that the LDRN community will engage in fruitful discussions from both orthodox and critical perspectives on the role of law in development.

The LDRN was launched at the Law and Development Conference at the University of Antwerp in September 2017 by the partner institutions.


Call for Papers: FD UFMG – LDRN 7th General ConferenceNovember 28, 2024About the Conference The increasing integration of global legal policies and institutions with local institutions has generated a growing interest among governments, legal professionals, policymakers and academics in analysing the role of law and possible reforms to address development challenges and promote inclusive growth. Over the past 75 years, research into Law and Development has … Continue reading “Call for Papers: FD UFMG – LDRN 7th General Conference” [...] Read more...
Call for Papers: FD UFMG – LDRN 7th General Conference
IN MEMORIAM: PROF KOEN DE FEYTER – ON BEHALF OF THE LAW AND DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH NETWORKSeptember 25, 2024It is with deep sadness that the Law and Development Research Network (the LDRN) mark the passing of Koen De Feyter on 20 September. Koen was a professor of international law and dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Antwerp, where he completed his doctorate. He was previously attached to the Human Rights … Continue reading “IN MEMORIAM: PROF KOEN DE FEYTER – ON BEHALF OF THE LAW AND DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH NETWORK” [...] Read more...
IN MEMORIAM: PROF KOEN DE FEYTER – ON BEHALF OF THE LAW AND DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH NETWORK