The Think Tank of Think Tanks
The Think Tank and Civil Societies Program (TTCSP) at the University of Pennsylvania conducts research on the role policy institutes play in governments and civil societies globally
“Helping to bridge the gap between knowledge and policy”
The Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program (TTCSP) of the Lauder Institute at the University of Pennsylvania conducts research on the role policy institutes play in governments and civil societies around the world. Often referred to as the “think tanks’ think tank,” TTCSP examines the evolving role and character of public policy research organizations. Over the last 25 years, TTCSP has developed and led a series of global initiatives that have helped bridge the gap between knowledge and policy in critical policy areas such as international peace and security, globalization and governance, international economics, environmental issues, information and society, poverty alleviation, and healthcare and global health. These international collaborative efforts are designed to establish regional and international networks of policy institutes and communities that improve policy making while strengthening democratic institutions and civil societies around the world.
Go-To Think Tank Index
TTCSP has developed a global, comprehensive, multi-sectoral database and directory of over 14,000 think tanks featured in the Go To Reports. You can submit or update think tank information for inclusion in the database and consideration in the annual index. We are seeking a private or public donor to help us make the database more secure, user friendly and accessible. If you have ideas please share them with us.
Think Tank Directory
TTCSP is developing a global, comprehensive, multi-sectoral database and directory of think tanks featured in the Go To Reports. You can also submit or update think tank information for inclusion in the database and consideration in the annual index.
Internships
The Think Tanks and Civil Society Program (TTCSP) runs a small, highly selective internship program for students (gap-year, graduate and undergraduate) and recent graduates interested in gaining first-hand experience in public policy research in domestic and international affairs.
Upcoming Events
Please expect an announcement soon about Summits and Events for 2022; all events are on hold until then. We appreciate your understanding.
Women in Think Tanks
Women in Think Tanks (WITTGN) is dedicated to creating opportunities and preparing women for leadership positions at think tanks as executives and scholars through professional development, mentoring, and networking. This global network of staff, scholars and executives is intended to connect women from across the globe and to create programs, partnerships and solidarity among women working at think tanks. The goal of WITTGN is to promote women’s empowerment, overcome gender bias, and provide equal opportunities for women in think tanks, politics, and government. Our commitment is to bring together women to work in four different groups and produce a final research report and presentation for the Global Think Thanks Summit in Bahrain on December 6th 2021.
Past TTCSP Summits and Forums
TTCSP Publications
