Abstract

IDRC and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation are collaborating on the Think Tank Initiative, a new program to strengthen independent think tanks and policy research centres in the developing world. These organizations provide critical input for the creation of effective public policy to promote growth and reduce poverty. However, most developing country research institutes are compromised by short-term, project-based funding and therefore lack the flexibility to develop long-range plans, establish their own research priorities and invest in strong research programs. The Think Tank Initiative aims to bring together the right mix of financial and technical support to build stable, effective policy research centres in developing countries.

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