ABOUT US
IRD Interdisciplinary Research and Development is a consultancy group established in the Philippines in 2020. Its primary objective is collaborating with various groups and communities in the Asia-Pacific region to promote research and development initiatives.
The organization comprises experts in various fields, including archaeology, anthropology, history, behavioral sciences, forensics, and sociology. Each member holds advanced degrees from prestigious institutions worldwide. The IRD team conducts thorough evaluations in affected communities, utilizing Social Impact Assessments (SIA), Archaeological Impact Assessments (AIA), and Cultural Heritage Impact Assessments (CHIA) to ensure comprehensive analysis
IRD firmly upholds democratic pluralism, cultural diversity, integrity, competence, ethics, transparency, and trustworthiness in all of its activities. The framework is founded on the following core principles:
- empowering individuals and communities by actively involving them in decision-making processes;
- embracing inclusivity by valuing diverse abilities and contributions of individuals and communities in development processes;
- conserving cultural heritage (both tangible and intangible); and
- being adaptable and responsible in achieving its goals.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to establish a significant impact on safeguarding, documenting, and preserving cultural heritage. Our objective is to strengthen communities by preserving their distinctive histories and customs while ensuring that cultural material is accessible and meaningful to contemporary populations. We aim to promote cultural variety, leading to a more inclusive and courteous global community. Our objective is for cultural legacy to be maintained and actively integrated into our shared identity.
OUR MISSION
Our team is dedicated to leveraging our extensive ethnographic research, cultural analysis, and cross-cultural communication knowledge to help our clients gain culturally sensitive insights. Our ultimate goal is to create inclusive environments, improve intercultural understanding, and encourage the sustainable growth of cultures and organizations.
WHAT WE DO
ARCHAEOLOGICAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
A crucial component of the environmental impact assessment (EIA) procedure, usually required for development projects that can potentially influence archaeological resources. The primary goal is to evaluate the archeological significance of an area affected by a proposed project and provide appropriate measures to mitigate or regulate any possible adverse consequences.
CULTURAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
A thorough procedure employed to assess and record the potential effects of a proposed development or project on cultural heritage resources. The main goal of a Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment (CHIA) is to identify, evaluate, and alleviate any detrimental impacts on cultural heritage, encompassing both tangible and intangible elements such as historic structures, archeological sites, landscapes, traditions, customs, and cultural identities.
SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
A systematic method employed to assess and record the probable social ramifications of a proposed initiative, policy, or program on individuals, communities, and society at large. The main goal of a societal Impact Assessment is to detect, evaluate, and alleviate any negative societal consequences while maximizing potential advantages.
IRD Interdisciplinary Research and Development
Address: 56 Walnut Street West Fairview, Quezon City, Philippines
Mobile Number: (+63) 9628451071
Landline: (+632) 85367644