Not influential but useful: rethinking how we assess and support think tanks

HOW YOU CAN USE THIS RESOURCE: This resource is useful for policymakers, think tank leaders, and funders who want to assess and support think tanks based on their practical contributions rather than perceived influence. It is especially relevant for those working in the Global South.

OVERVIEW:
This article challenges the idea that think tanks wield significant direct influence over policy decisions, arguing that their real value lies in their usefulness—providing evidence, generating ideas, fostering dialogue, and training future leaders, especially in local contexts.

Publishing Organization: On Think Tanks