Overview
Services Offered by Policy Research Institute (PRI)
The Policy Research Institute (Niti Anusandhan Pratishthan - नीति अनुसन्धान प्रतिष्ठान) provides a suite of services that cater to the needs of various stakeholders involved in policy-making and governance. Here are the key services offered by PRI:
Policy Analysis and Recommendations
PRI conducts comprehensive policy analysis to assess the effectiveness of current policies and offers evidence-based recommendations for new policies or amendments to existing ones.
Research and Studies
With its specialized units, PRI undertakes in-depth studies on diverse issues such as economic growth, legal reforms, social welfare, and more, providing critical data and insights.
Policy Dialogue Facilitation
PRI is a platform for policy dialogues. It facilitates discussions among government entities, academic circles, and civil society to forge consensus on key policy issues.
Consultation Services
Stakeholders can engage PRI for expert consultations. The Institute offers the expertise of various government departments and agencies to inform decision-making processes.
Capacity Building Programs
Through workshops, seminars, and training programs, PRI enhances the skills and knowledge of policymakers, civil servants, and other relevant actors in policy research and analysis.
Publications
PRI disseminates its findings and research through various publications, including reports, policy briefs, working papers, and books, contributing to the broader knowledge base.
Collaborative Research
The Institute collaborates with national and international research institutions, universities, and think tanks to conduct joint research projects, expanding the scope and impact of its work.
Information Dissemination
PRI ensures its research findings are accessible to a broader audience, including the general public, to encourage informed discussions and participatory governance.
Advisory Roles
As an advisory body, PRI advises the Government of Nepal on policy formulation and implementation strategies.
Legislative Support
PRI also supports legislative bodies by providing research services that help scrutinize bills, evaluate the impacts of proposed legislation, and ensure that laws align with the national interest and development goals.
Monitoring and Evaluation
The Institute monitors and evaluates policies and programs to assess their outcomes and impact on the ground, ensuring accountability and effectiveness.
Data Repository
As a data and statistics repository, PRI enables stakeholders to access comprehensive data sets for research, policy-making, and academic purposes.
International Liaison
PRI engages with global policy research networks, representing Nepal's interests and facilitating international cooperation in public policy.
Innovation Incubation
The Institute encourages innovation in policy-making by researching and incorporating new technologies and methodologies.
By offering these services, PRI underlines its commitment to enhancing the capacity of Nepal's public policy framework and fostering a well-informed approach to national development and governance.
