SFS & Government Librarian
Policy Analysis Databases
- Policy Commons This link opens in a new windowPolicy Commons is a one-stop community platform for research from the world’s leading policy experts, nonpartisan think tanks, IGOs and NGOs. This growing database is the world’s largest directory of policy organizations representing nearly 24,000 organizations and over 3 million publications.
- Policy File Index This link opens in a new windowIndexes otherwise hard to obtain research and publications from public policy think tanks, university research programs, research organizations, and publishers. Each item includes an abstract and, where available, access to the full-text of the report and/or the homepages and electronic mail addresses of the authoring institution.
- CIAO (Columbia International Affairs Online) This link opens in a new windowConference proceedings and working papers from participating institutes around the world. Includes the full text of books and book summaries, journal abstracts, links to websites and a calendar of conferences and seminars.
- PAIS Index This link opens in a new windowA subject guide to journals, books, pamphlets, and government publications relating to economics, social conditions, and international relations.
- Find PolicyFind policy was created by Transparify. TIP: Scroll past the sponsored results on the search results page!
- Think Tank Search (Harvard Kennedy School Library)A custom Google search that searches the websites of notable think tanks. Can search US and international.
Select Conflict Resolution Research Organizations
- Alliance for PeacebuildingA community of over 100 peacebuilding organizations conducting research on evaluation, policy & advocacy, human security, and countering extremism.
- The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace (CEIP)The Endowment conducts programs of research, discussion, publication, and education in international affairs and U.S. foreign policy, including migration, nuclear non-proliferation, regional conflicts, multilateralism, democracy-building, and the use of force.
- Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)SIPRI provides data, analysis and recommendations for armed conflict, military expenditure and arms trade as well as disarmament and arms control.
- International Peace Research Institute, Oslo (PRIO)Research at PRIO concentrates on the driving forces behind violent conflict and on ways in which peace can be built, maintained and spread. In addition to theoretical and empirical research, PRIO also conducts policy-oriented activities and engages in the search for solutions in cases of actual or potential violent conflict.
- International Peace InstituteIPI is an independent, non-partisan, international organization dedicated to promoting the peaceful settlement of armed conflicts between and within states. It works closely with the United Nations, regional and other international organizations, governments, and parties to conflicts.
- U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP)The United States Institute of Peace is an American federal institution tasked with promoting conflict resolution and prevention worldwide. It provides research, analysis, and training to individuals in diplomacy, mediation, and other peace-building measures.
- The Arms Control AssociationThe ACA website provides access to its journal, Arms Control Today, background information & analysis on the Comprehensive Test Ban (CTB) Treaty, and other arms control briefings, fact sheets, and background papers.
- International Crisis Group"The ICG is a private, multinational organisation committed to strengthening the capacity of the international community to understand and respond to impending crises. ICG's approach is grounded in field research ... and advocacy." Includes a Conflict Histories database, a Map database, and a monthly CrisisWatch newsletter.
Think Tank Directories
Think tank watchdog organizations include: Transparify and On Think Tanks. For solid advice on using think tank analysis in your work read these journalist's tips.
- Worldpress Review Online's Think Tank DirectoryAn alphabetical index of think tanks and research organizations.
- Open Think Tank DirectoryThe Open Think Tank Directory captures information about more than 2700 think tanks from around the globe.
- TTCSP Go To Global Think Tank ReportAnnual rankings of think tanks.
- ApoliticalAnalysis & reporting on policy innovations, used by civil servants in 140+ countries. Strong international coverage. A good place to look for policy alternatives & their implementations. Note: you will need to create a (free) account.
