Research and ideas for understanding systems in change.

SPI publishes research, analysis and commentary on the policy questions shaping institutions, societies and international affairs.

Research

In-depth research examining policies, institutions and the wider systems through which they operate.

Policy Briefs

Concise, evidence-based analysis of policy challenges, choices and their implications for decision-makers.

Commentary

Timely analysis and perspectives on emerging policy questions, institutional change and developments across SPI's areas of work.

Data & Analysis

Data-driven research and visual analysis that make patterns, inequalities and changes in complex policy systems easier to see and understand.

Research and analysis coming soon.

We're developing new research and analysis across SPI's areas of work. In the meantime, explore the focus of each area below.

Ideas from across SPI.

SPI's programs and platforms produce research and analysis connected to their particular areas of focus.

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SPI welcomes ideas from researchers, practitioners and policy thinkers whose work connects with our areas of focus. We are interested in rigorous, accessible contributions that bring evidence, new perspectives and thoughtful analysis to consequential policy questions.

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