PERii: Evidence-Informed Policy Making

Programme for the Enhancement of Research Information PERii's Evidence-Informed Policy Making component (EIPM) works to increase uptake of research in policy making. We work with a range of policy makers and influencers to build the demand for research information. In addition, we work with researchers to improve their ability to provide relevant information to policy makers.

We enable and support training

Our training helps policy makers and influencers to find and use research information in their work. We also help researchers to communicate more effectively. Key training topics include:

  • advanced internet research skills
  • demystifying science
  • recognising bias
  • summarising skills
  • communicating science to non-specialists

We support networking

We help to build sustainable partnerships that promote evidence-informed policy making. We support links between researchers, policy makers and intermediary groups within our partner countries as well as regional networking to exchange best practice.

We advocate for the importance of evidence-informed policy making

We support our partners to advocate for the importance of evidence-informed policy making in their own countries and regions. In addition we work with funders and international NGOs to highlight the importance of this area of development.

By strengthening links between policy makers and researchers, and building capacity for the provision and demand of research information, PERii contributes to the formulation of poverty reduction policies based on credible research evidence.

Events

To read about recent events and to access workshop reports and materials, visit the Policy making events on our Featured events page.

Training materials

Information Literacy for Policy Makers and Influencers: Training to help policy makers and influencers find and use information on research topics.

Science on the Internet Tutorial: A downloadable e-tutorial for parliamentary staff and policy advisors.

Writing for Policy Makers: Training to help policy makers and their staff write evidence-based policy briefings

See the Training Activities and Materials page for a full list of training resources.

EIPM Grants project

We welcome applications for small grants to support activities with policy makers or influencers which contribute to one of the following aims:

  • Increasing awareness of science and technology issues
  • Improving the capacity of staff to provide balanced, comprehensive and timely information on policy relevant issues in S&T to decision makers
  • Promote networking between scientists/researchers and policy makers/influencers

Document Small grant application (34kb)
Document Small grant application (128kb)

EIPM Small Grants for Research

These grants support research which deepens our understanding of the evidence-informed policy making process in low and middle income countries. The deadline for submission of applications is the 12th of August 2011. For more information on eligibility and how to apply, visit the small grants for research page.  

Promotional Materials

Document PERii Brochure (439kb)
Document PERii EIPM leaflet (190kb)