Anthony Bebbington

Anthony Bebbington is an Honorary Professorial Research Fellow at the Global Development Institute, University of Manchester. He leads research on natural resource politics and inclusive development, with a focus on Latin America. His roles include membership in the US National Academy of Sciences and past professorships at institutions like Clark University and the University of Melbourne.

Research Interests: Bebbington's work bridges development studies and geography, focusing on rural development, NGOs, extractive industries, and policy processes. His research emphasizes social justice and territorial-based development in the Andes and Indonesia. Recent projects include studying mining conflicts, post-conflict livelihoods, and the role of NGOs in fostering democratizing development.

Key Contributions: His publications address global development challenges, environmental policy, and mining impacts. Notable works include books on NGOs and development alternatives, and peer-reviewed articles on post-mining landscapes and pandemic-related development strategies.

Awards and Recognition: Elected to the US National Academy of Sciences, recipient of ESRC and Hewlett Fellowships, and distinguished visiting professorships at leading universities.

Advising and Grants: Supervised over a dozen PhD students now in academic and research roles globally. Key grants include ESRC funding for research on social movements and poverty, and British Academy support for post-conflict NGO studies.