Policy and Organizational Innovations

This project is designed to identify and disseminate innovative technologies and best practices developed by think tanks both in the U.S. and abroad. Those technologies and strategies that have been successfully employed by institutions will be documented and shared via conferences, newsletters, the Internet and manuals. Failed strategies, programs and policy initiatives will also be analyzed.

• Imaginative organizational designs for think tanks
• Creative approaches to the research and analysis of policy problems
• Effective use of knowledge and issue networks to facilitate the creation, dissemination and utilization of policy relevant information and ideas
• Innovative strategies for engaging the press, policy makers and the public
• Successful resource development and sustainability strategies
• Creative approaches for recruiting, motivating and retaining key personnel for think tanks
• Enterprising use of technologies, products and programs that increase policy impacts

Over the years we have become concerned about the lack of attention that has been given to assuring the long-term vitality of these institutions. In an effort to help improve the effectiveness and sustainability of established and fledgling think tanks, the project will actively promote innovative approaches to fundraising, management, public engagement and policy analysis and research.