Photo: Roberto Yniguez
The IDRC Alumni was very saddened to learn of the passing of our friend and colleague Joachim Voss. Below you will find a series of tributes from IDRC, IDRC alumni, and beyond.
IDRC mourns the passing of Joachim Voss
IDRC is saddened to learn of the passing of former colleague and globally respected development leader Joachim Voss, whose vision and influence helped shape the Centre’s research direction over the course of more than a decade. (full tribute)
Remembering Joachim Voss (by Christina Zarowsky)
Just before 2 a.m. on April 5, 2026, Renaud De Plaen sent a message that anthropologists and friends of Joachim Voss would hear clearly. It was a haiku remembrance of Joachim: an explorer with deep roots in relationships, in the earth, in a vision of abundant beauty and justice. (full tribute)
Anthropology News (by Ritu Verma): In Memoriam: Joachim Voss
Joachim Voss, whose research and leadership expanded understanding of sociocultural dimensions of agriculture and development, died April 5. He was 79. An eminent scholar of Central Africa and Southeast Asia, he also served many years in distinguished international leadership roles. (full tribute, English only)
CASCA : In Memoriam: Joachim Voss
Along with his family and friends, the community of anthropologists and international development scholars mourns the passing of Dr. Joachim Voss, considered at the time of his death on April 5 as one of the most influential anthropologists working beyond the academy. (full tribute, English only)
Alliance Biodiversity and CIAT: Remembering Dr. Joachim Voss and his contributions
With deep respect and sadness, we acknowledge the passing of Dr. Joachim Voss, who served as Director General of the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) from 2000 to 2007. (full tribute)
Bulletin 81
July 2026