When does a research institution become a think tank? Insights from Indonesia
The term ‘think tank’ was unknown in Indonesia for a long time – in fact it is still unknown for many Indonesians – and many knowledge producers prefer to use...
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The term ‘think tank’ was unknown in Indonesia for a long time – in fact it is still unknown for many Indonesians – and many knowledge producers prefer to use...
In my last article, I wrote about what an analytical framework for an ‘evidence context' study might look. Here, I highlight thirteen lessons to hold in mind when...
Consultants may have to conduct evidence studies on a range of policy issues but then have to provide capacity development services in only a few. If you find yourself in this predicament,...
To identify entry points for your work with policymakers, you’ll first need to understand the political context for the acquisition and use of evidence. Doing this requires an understanding...
Project brief This project aims to understand the factors that enable and constrain the willingness of key stakeholders in Indonesia's social protection sector to act in...
Fajri Siregar is Executive Director at the Centre for Innovation Policy and Governance in Indonesia. CIPG is a research-based advisory group that aspires to excel in the...
The Innovation for Indonesia’s School Children (INOVASI) program is currently seeking a motivated senior level professional to take up an exciting and rewarding leadership...
Why study think tanks’ business models? Rarely discussed yet critically foundational, a business model is an essential part of an organisation’s sustainability. It is the heart of any...
This document is the result of a collaboration amongst four think tanks from four countries: the Centre for European and North Atlantic Affairs (CENAA) from Slovakia;...
Kharisma Priyo Nugroho is the Program Lead Knowledge Production and Intermediation and Coordinator of knowledge to policy hubs on learning and capacity development of the...
In the business world, designing and re-examining business models is a must. Indeed, innovation in business models is seen as a way to be leading producers of novel...
Study tours had fallen out of fashion. The Knowledge Sector Initiative in Indonesia may be leading their revival. A recent visit by 16 Indonesian think tanks to China...