More on our COVID-19 initiative
Our response to the COVID-19 crisis is based on our four core pillars of work: generating knowledge, learning, convening, and sharing content and resources. In the short-term, we are starting to convene spaces to...
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On Think Tanks COVID-19 initiative
The impact of COVID-19 on think tanks will vary across countries, sectors and organisations. Some may benefit from a sudden interest for expert advice on related policy issues, but many may struggle to remain...
OTT Annual Review 2019-2020: Technology
As ever, we are excited about the possibilities, but with a healthy degree of scepticism. We are quite certain that new technologies are playing, and will continue to play a transformative role in the evolution of...
OTT Conference 2020: the 1st online event
We had to postpone the face-to-face OTT Conference 2020 in Berlin, but we do not want to miss the opportunity to connect with our colleagues and friends from around the world. In the past few weeks we've seen a lot...
How to manage cross-cutting issues in a think tank
A cross-cutting issue in a think-tank is one which involves several departments or teams. Historically, poverty and globalisation have been examples. ‘Africa’ has been another....
WinterSchool for Thinktankers 2020 – Geneva
The WinterSchool for Thinktankers will take place 2-8 February 2020, in Geneva, Switzerland. Applications have now closed. If you would like to register your interest in a future edition please complete this...
Reclaiming the think tank space in the 2020s
Over the last decade, several global challenges have affected national politics, economics and societies to their core. Corruption and weak institutional development have crippled Latin...
Free webinar: Key elements of the talent agenda – attracting and retaining staff
Focusing on key elements of a talent agenda and being intentional about it, sets the narrative around the most important asset in organizations. It is about getting the right people for the...
We need more female leader role models in think tanks
When it comes to leadership, there is a lack of women representation – be it in think tanks, the private or public sector. Only 18% of the largest non-profits have...
Five tips to incorporate a gender perspective in research
As part of the OTT-TTI Fellowship programme, some colleagues and I started talking about how our think tanks could incorporate a gender perspective into our research...
Prioritising a good working environment in think tanks
‘We have to talk’ is not something you want to hear – whether it be from a loved one or a work colleague. Here, I think I’ll stick to the work context! While it is...
Four myths about leadership
Breaking leadership paradigms As an introverted junior researcher, how can I promote change within my think tank? Isn’t leadership for extroverted types? Don’t I need a position of...