Think tanks
Think tanks are research organizations and policy institutes that conduct studies and analysis as a form of advocacy in politics, economics, technology, and social policy. They seek to influence public opinion and government decisions by providing evidence-based ideas and recommendations, such as sample policy drafts. Some are more ideological than others.
The On Think Tanks State of the Sector Report
The On Think Tanks State of the Sector Report 2025 provides an overview of how think tanks worldwide are navigating an increasingly polarised environment, as well as a comprehensive snapshot of the se...
The Society for Technological Advancement (SoTA)
The Society for Technological Advancement (SoTA) is a new venture designed to cultivate optimism about technoscientific development and build capacity for it to happen, forming a cross-disciplinary co...
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Global Public Policy Institute (GPPi)
The Global Public Policy Institute (GPPi) is an independent non-profit think tank based in Berlin. We conduct research, offer ideas and advice and facilitate dialogue, seeking to contribute to a world...
Local Policy Lab Action Lab
The LPL Action Lab is a think tank and civic lab, rolled into one, combining theory and practice to generate ground-breaking, actionable ideas for cities.
The Roosevelt Institute
Our Think Tank team drives a progressive research agenda to build a new 21st century economy.
Institute for AI Policy and Strategy (IAPS)
The Institute for AI Policy and Strategy (IAPS) is a nonpartisan think tank that engages experts across the U.S., allied, and partner nations to deliver concrete, technically sound policy research.
New Local
We are home to over 50 councils and partners, united in a drive to create sustainable, inclusive and community-powered public services.
KOSO NIPPON
Japanese think tank running residents councils across the country
KICTANet
KICTANet is a multi-stakeholder think tank in Kenya that serves as a catalyst for ICT sector reforms through policy advocacy, capacity building, research, and stakeholder engagement.
科技、民主與社會研究中心 - Center for Research on Technology, Democracy and Society (DSET)
As a national think tank, we are committed to proposing policy recommendations on emerging technologies based on the public needs of democracy and society and to offering the international community a...
Demos
Demos is Britain’s leading cross-party think tank. We put people at the heart of policy-making to create bold ideas and a more collaborative democracy.
Research ICT Africa
African think tank that has operated for over a decade to fill a strategic gap in the development of a sustainable information society and network knowledge economy.
AI for Sustainable Development Goals (AI4SDGs) Think Tank
A global collection of AI projects and proposals that impacts UN Sustainable Development Goals, both positively and negatively.
Future of Work in the Global South
FOWIGS is a network of Think Tanks from southern regions which brings data and knowledge together to build evidence-based narratives on the Future of Work. At FOWIGS, we contribute to the policy frame...
Institute for Development and Social Initiatives (IDIS - Viitorul)
În calitate de think tank independent, IDIS combină cercetarea socială, politică și economică cu componente solide de advocacy
Centre for Public Policy PROVIDUS
Providus has been Latvia’s leading public policy think tank since 2002. Our mission is to promote evidence-based policy and open society values.
The Cato Institute
Libertarian think tank conducting research and advocacy on public policy issues.
Nepal Fact Check
Center for Media Research – Nepal (CMR Nepal) is an autonomous, research and policy-oriented, not-for-profit non-governmental policy think tank registered with Nepal Government and Social Welfare Coun...
Data For Progress
A modernized think tank; fast-turnaround, social media-optimized, and rigorous analysis.
Urban AI
Urban AI is a Think Tank that proposes ethical modes of governance and sustainable uses of urban AI.
Center on Privacy and Technology
The Center on Privacy & Technology at Georgetown Law Center is a think tank focused on privacy and surveillance law and policy.
Institute for Public Policy Research (UK)
The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is a registered charity and the UK’s pre-eminent progressive think tank.
Digital Asia Hub
AN INDEPENDENT, NON-PROFIT INTERNET AND SOCIETY RESEARCH THINK TANK BASED IN HONG KONG
Global Americans
A modern take on the traditional think tank, Global Americans provides up-to-date research and analysis on key areas and issues affecting Latin America
Information Technology & Innovation Foundation
ITIF is a think tank focusing on critical issues at the intersection of technological innovation and public policy.