Objectives

  • To conduct multidisciplinary research on key issues facing Nepal, South Asia, and the world, and to generate innovative knowledge and insights that inform evidence-based policy and decision-making.
  • To promote academic excellence, intellectual independence, and ethical integrity in all aspects of our research, and to adhere to the highest standards of quality, rigour, and transparency.
  • To foster collaboration and partnership among researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders, and to engage with communities in a constructive and inclusive manner.
  • To contribute to sustainable development by addressing social, economic, environmental, and political challenges facing the region.
  • To disseminate our research findings widely through publications, events, and other media, and to ensure that our research is accessible and relevant to diverse audiences.
  • To provide training, mentorship, and capacity-building opportunities for emerging researchers, and to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
  • To advocate evidence-based policies and practices that promote human rights, democracy, and the rule of law, and to promote a culture of dialogue, tolerance, and mutual respect.