MIT D-Lab is a university-based program that works with people around the world to develop and advance collaborative approaches and practical solutions to global poverty challenges. The program’s mission is pursued through interdisciplinary courses, research in collaboration with global partners, and technology and innovation ecosystem development. In all its programs, D-Lab emphasizes experiential learning, real-world projects, community-led development, scalability, and impact assessment.
Follow DepartmentMIT D-Lab is a university-based program that works with people around the world to develop and advance collaborative approaches and practical solutions to global poverty challenges. The program’s mission is pursued through interdisciplinary courses, research in collaboration with global partners, and technology and innovation ecosystem development. In all its programs, D-Lab emphasizes experiential learning, real-world projects, community-led development, scalability, and impact assessment.