The IADP is a not-for-profit organization that was established in the UK on March 29, 2004. It is registered with the Charity Commission of England and Wales (No. 1104592). Its Objects are:

“to advance education and thereby relieve poverty, especially in developing countries, by facilitating the introduction and use of digital publications, and by related means”.

"Creating Electronic Educational Content" - IADP President Participates in World Bank Virtual Debate

Angus Scrimgeour, the IADP President and Former World Bank Vice President has recently completed a virtual World Bank debate on the subject of "Creating Electronic Educational Content". The debate took place with Richard Rowe, the CEO of the Open Learning Exchange. Angus's opening post was entitled "Low-Cost Devices Are Driving Proprietary and Open Education Resources" and concluding remarks were entitled "Asymmetrical OER Country Problems and Needs" which can be viewed here.