BACKGROUND

Institute for Integrated Development Studies (IIDS) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization registered under the Societies Registration Act 1977. Established on 25 November 1990, IIDS is a successor to the Integrated Development Systems (IDS), founded in 1979.

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Vision

To become Nepal's leading private, independent non-partisan research institute committed to holistic and sustainable development based on human values.

Mission

To contribute to identification, analysis, understanding and response to major development policy issues facing the country

Objectives

1. Contribute to more informed public policy and action by conducting empirically based policy-oriented research on Nepal's economic and social development in national, regional and international contexts;

2. Foster informed debate and discussion on key development issues facing the nation;

3. Provide training and technical assistance for government and non-governmental agencies in areas of the Institute's expertise; and

4. Facilitate access to and exchange of experience with institutions within and outside the country.