Dr. Idah Razafindrakoto leads GDN's Research Capacity Strengthening Program in Francophone Africa and is responsible for its leadership in management, institutional relations and programming. This program aims to enhance the managerial culture of research institutions and strengthen access to research opportunities for young researchers. Idah holds a degree in management, governance and international relations, particularly regional relations. She is a researcher in political science and is also a specialist in institutional and international management. She has both a scientific and practical background (research and management) in various international and intercultural contexts (Africa, Europe and more).