INCLUDE

INCLUDE is an independent knowledge platform dedicated to advancing evidence-based policymaking for inclusive development, with a primary focus on Africa. Since its inception in 2012, INCLUDE has been funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, enabling it to serve as a bridge between research, policy, and practice.

By leveraging research, fostering collaboration, and engaging in dialogues, INCLUDE is committed to making knowledge work for inclusive and sustainable development across Africa.

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Mission

We co-create, exchange and disseminate evidence-based knowledge on inclusive development in Africa to support policymakers in Africa and the Netherlands in creating better and more inclusive development policies.

Vision

We use the power of knowledge and networks to contribute to more just and inclusive societies in Africa.

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People

INCLUDE is a platform of African and Dutch professionals comprising platform members, a steering group, and a secretariat.

The heart of INCLUDE lies in its platform members—predominantly African experts who bring a wealth of lived experience, specialized expertise, and expansive networks. Their contributions are pivotal in shaping the platform’s strategic direction, ensuring that it remains grounded in the realities of the regions it seeks to impact.

To meet the people behind INCLUDE Platform, visit the People page.

 

Structure

The INCLUDE platform comprises a Secretariat (implementation and strategic input), its platform members (consultation and decision making) and a Steering Group (governance). The Secretariat drives and coordinates the platform and is run by three consortium partners: the African Studies Centre Leiden (ASCL) in Leiden, the African Economic Research Centre (AERC) in Nairobi and The Broker in Amsterdam. This consortium brings together complementary expertise and synergies for research, knowledge exchange and policy dialogues in Africa and the Netherlands. The Steering Group acts as primus inter pares and its members are selected from the platform members. The Executive Director of the INCLUDE secretariat is also a member of the Steering Group.

Get in touch

The Secretariat of INCLUDE is hosted by the African Studies Centre Leiden.

Herta Mohr building
Witte Singel 27A
2311 BG Leiden
+31(0)71 527 6602

For general inquiries, please contact info@includeplatform.net

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