How We Do It
The institutional structure that makes IIHS’ work possible
OVERVIEW
The institutional structure that makes IIHS' work possible
At IIHS, research, practice, capacity development and digital blended learning come together to shape new ways of understanding and engaging with India’s urban future.
IIHS’ work spans disciplines, methods, and geographies, bridging ideas with impact. This interconnected approach creates a strong ecosystem for learning, innovation, and impact, reflecting our commitment to interdisciplinarity and to building just, sustainable urban futures.
IIHS’ work spans disciplines, methods, and geographies, bridging ideas with impact. This interconnected approach creates a strong ecosystem for learning, innovation, and impact, reflecting our commitment to interdisciplinarity and to building just, sustainable urban futures.
AT A GLANCE
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Schools
Interdisciplinarity in action
The Schools at IIHS break from the constraints and silos of the traditional one-department, one-discipline model, and are each dedicated to a distinct transformative theme, with concrete pathways to impact. They draw from the rich traditions of various disciplines, while also embracing innovative, cross-sectoral, and interdisciplinary approaches to address a wide range of urban issues.
Labs
Innovation and methodological exploration
The Labs at IIHS are spaces of innovation, cutting-edge research and grounded practice. They feed into IIHS’ larger academic and research structure by providing spaces for experimentation on knowledge creation and incubation, methodological innovation, and critical skill-building for teaching and training.
Campus
Sustainable learning, research and doing
The IIHS Campus in Bengaluru, envisioned as a living lab, provides practitioners and researchers with an immersive environment to engage with and innovate around India’s urban challenges. It is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and demonstrates best practices in campus design, management, and resource use.
Functions
Institutional scaffolding
IIHS is supported by several integral teams that ensure smooth institutional functioning, each playing a pivotal role in sustaining the organisation’s mission across its campus and offices. These Functions collectively ensure the effective operation of IIHS, fostering an environment where innovation, research and teaching can flourish.
The IIHS team is known for its passion, innovative thinking and commitment to tackling urban challenges across various domains. This range of expertise and experience strengthens our ability to engage with complex urban challenges.