Goals
These goals reflect the main axes of our work; the means through which we effect change.
To
- catalyze the transition towards sustainable and just development in Pakistan.
- serve as a source of expertise and advisory services for the government, private sector, and non-governmental initiatives supporting the implementation of Pakistan's environment and development agenda.
- conduct policy-oriented research on sustainable development from a broad multi-disciplinary perspective.
- provide policy advice on matters relating to the mission of the Institute.
- contribute to strengthening the social and physical infrastructure for research in Pakistan.
- initiate, establish and participate in collaborative advocacy and other activities with like-minded organizations in and outside the country.
The Institute's activities are designed to provide:
- Policy advice to government
- A forum for policy dialogue
- Support to in-house, visiting and external researchers
- Publications for research, public and private sector use
- A conduit for North South dialogue
- An environment for information dissemination and training
- A base for regional advocacy and networking
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