MARGA RESEARCH
At the Marga Institute, we approach development challenges through a multidisciplinary framework, examining issues from economic, social, political, environmental, and value-based perspectives. Over the past 50+ years, we have conducted in-depth research across a wide range of sectors. Our work has encompassed critical areas such as agriculture, children, education, ethnic studies, development, health, housing, poverty alleviation, youth, women, justice, human rights, language rights, and fostering social cohesion. Our surveys have also led to community engagement. We aim to contribute to sustainable and equitable development in Sri Lanka and beyond through this diverse focus.
Marga Institute Research >
Here are some of the recent research projects of the Marga Institute
An Island-wide survey covering a sample of 10,000 to ascertain public perception and
experiences of bribery and corruption (UNDP) - 2024
Designing and Conducting Focus Group Discussions (Island wide) in all 25 Districts for the New
Youth Policy- UNDP 2023
Analysis of the Nexus between the Ageing Workforce and Labour Migration (ILO) - 2024
Measuring and Responding to National Languages compliance of Provincial Public authorities in
the North, East, North-western and Uva provinces in Sri Lanka (UNDP-2022)
Monitoring Online and Offline Media Platforms to assess their impact on minority communities in Sri Lanka. UNDP - 2022
Survey of purposively selected public institutions on compliance with official language policy (National Languages Equality Advancement Project -2021
MARGA CONSULTANCY
At the Marga Institute, we collaborate with a diverse network of local and international consultants to deliver high-impact, short-term consultancy assignments. Our expertise includes developing strategic plans and Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)- -aligned mid-term plans for local government bodies and providing tailored solutions for United Nations agencies and bilateral development organisations. Through these partnerships, we aim to drive meaningful progress toward sustainable development objectives at local and global levels.
Marga Consultancy >
Here are some of the recent consultancy work of the Marga Institute
institutions in Sri Lanka (UNDP -2023)
Streamlining of indicators of the SGD 16 Results Framework- UNDP -2019 – 2020
Education and Training
Drawing on over five decades of experience in Development Studies, the Marga Institute is proud to offer a range of courses through its Education and Training Programme. Over the years, we have been at the forefront of capacity-building efforts, including a successful Masters Programme in Development Studies and Public Policy, conducted in collaboration with the Open University of Sri Lanka for 15 years. We offer short courses such as Statistics in Research with a Guide to SPSS and Research Methodologies, designed to empower professionals and researchers with practical and analytical skills. We also pioneered the development of Sri Lanka’s first Toolkit and Guidebook for conducting critical research to support evidence-based policymaking.
Here are some of education & training of the Marga Institute
Communication and advocacy
The Marga Institute is committed to fostering impactful dialogue and driving meaningful change through its Communications and Advocacy Team. Leveraging our extensive experience in research and development, we craft targeted campaigns and strategies to address critical social, political, and environmental challenges. Over the past three years, our Communications Team has successfully implemented a range of high-impact projects in collaboration with local and international partners, including
Here are some of the recent communication and advocacy work of the Marga Institute
Policy Dialogues
At the Marga Institute, we facilitate Seminars and Think Tank Discussions to foster dialogue and generate innovative solutions on critical development issues. These forums bring together a diverse range of stakeholders, including policymakers, academics, practitioners, civil society leaders, and international experts, to engage in meaningful conversations that shape development discourse and action.
Our seminars and discussions have addressed various topics, such as poverty alleviation, governance and transparency, language rights, social cohesion, and climate action. We aim to inspire transformative change and contribute to sustainable development by providing a platform for exchanging ideas and insights.
We invite individuals, organisations, and partners to participate in or co-host our events as we collectively work toward a more equitable and resilient future.
Here are some of the policy dialogue projects of the Marga Institute
MARGA RESEARCH
At the Marga Institute, we approach development challenges through a multidisciplinary framework, examining issues from economic, social, political, environmental, and value-based perspectives. Over the past 50+ years, we have conducted in-depth research across a wide range of sectors. Our work has encompassed critical areas such as agriculture, children, education, ethnic studies, development, health, housing, poverty alleviation, youth, women, justice, human rights, language rights, and fostering social cohesion. Our surveys have also led to community engagement. We aim to contribute to sustainable and equitable development in Sri Lanka and beyond through this diverse focus.
Marga Institute Research >
Here are some of the recent research projects of the Marga Institute
An Island-wide survey covering a sample of 10,000 to ascertain public perception and
experiences of bribery and corruption (UNDP) - 2024
Designing and Conducting Focus Group Discussions (Island wide) in all 25 Districts for the New
Youth Policy- UNDP 2023
Analysis of the Nexus between the Ageing Workforce and Labour Migration (ILO) - 2024
Measuring and Responding to National Languages compliance of Provincial Public authorities in
the North, East, North-western and Uva provinces in Sri Lanka (UNDP-2022)
Monitoring Online and Offline Media Platforms to assess their impact on minority communities in Sri Lanka. UNDP - 2022
Survey of purposively selected public institutions on compliance with official language policy (National Languages Equality Advancement Project -2021
MARGA CONSULTANCY
At the Marga Institute, we collaborate with a diverse network of local and international consultants to deliver high-impact, short-term consultancy assignments. Our expertise includes developing strategic plans and Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)- -aligned mid-term plans for local government bodies and providing tailored solutions for United Nations agencies and bilateral development organisations. Through these partnerships, we aim to drive meaningful progress toward sustainable development objectives at local and global levels.
Marga Consultancy >
Here are some of the recent consultancy work of the Marga Institute
institutions in Sri Lanka (UNDP -2023)
Streamlining of indicators of the SGD 16 Results Framework- UNDP -2019 – 2020
Education and Training
Drawing on over five decades of experience in Development Studies, the Marga Institute is proud to offer a range of courses through its Education and Training Programme. Over the years, we have been at the forefront of capacity-building efforts, including a successful Masters Programme in Development Studies and Public Policy, conducted in collaboration with the Open University of Sri Lanka for 15 years. We offer short courses such as Statistics in Research with a Guide to SPSS and Research Methodologies, designed to empower professionals and researchers with practical and analytical skills. We also pioneered the development of Sri Lanka’s first Toolkit and Guidebook for conducting critical research to support evidence-based policymaking.
Here are some of education & training of the Marga Institute
Communication and advocacy
The Marga Institute is committed to fostering impactful dialogue and driving meaningful change through its Communications and Advocacy Team. Leveraging our extensive experience in research and development, we craft targeted campaigns and strategies to address critical social, political, and environmental challenges. Over the past three years, our Communications Team has successfully implemented a range of high-impact projects in collaboration with local and international partners, including
Here are some of the recent communication and advocacy work of the Marga Institute
Policy Dialogues
At the Marga Institute, we facilitate Seminars and Think Tank Discussions to foster dialogue and generate innovative solutions on critical development issues. These forums bring together a diverse range of stakeholders, including policymakers, academics, practitioners, civil society leaders, and international experts, to engage in meaningful conversations that shape development discourse and action.
Our seminars and discussions have addressed various topics, such as poverty alleviation, governance and transparency, language rights, social cohesion, and climate action. We aim to inspire transformative change and contribute to sustainable development by providing a platform for exchanging ideas and insights.
We invite individuals, organisations, and partners to participate in or co-host our events as we collectively work toward a more equitable and resilient future.
Here are some of the policy dialogue projects of the Marga Institute
MARGA RESEARCH
At the Marga Institute, we approach development challenges through a multidisciplinary framework, examining issues from economic, social, political, environmental, and value-based perspectives. Over the past 50+ years, we have conducted in-depth research across a wide range of sectors. Our work has encompassed critical areas such as agriculture, children, education, ethnic studies, development, health, housing, poverty alleviation, youth, women, justice, human rights, language rights, and fostering social cohesion. Our surveys have also led to community engagement. We aim to contribute to sustainable and equitable development in Sri Lanka and beyond through this diverse focus.
Marga Institute Research >
Here are some of the recent research projects of the Marga Institute
An Island-wide survey covering a sample of 10,000 to ascertain public perception and
experiences of bribery and corruption (UNDP) - 2024
Designing and Conducting Focus Group Discussions (Island wide) in all 25 Districts for the New
Youth Policy- UNDP 2023
Analysis of the Nexus between the Ageing Workforce and Labour Migration (ILO) - 2024
Measuring and Responding to National Languages compliance of Provincial Public authorities in
the North, East, North-western and Uva provinces in Sri Lanka (UNDP-2022)
Monitoring Online and Offline Media Platforms to assess their impact on minority communities in Sri Lanka. UNDP - 2022
Survey of purposively selected public institutions on compliance with official language policy (National Languages Equality Advancement Project -2021
MARGA CONSULTANCY
At the Marga Institute, we collaborate with a diverse network of local and international consultants to deliver high-impact, short-term consultancy assignments. Our expertise includes developing strategic plans and Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)- -aligned mid-term plans for local government bodies and providing tailored solutions for United Nations agencies and bilateral development organisations. Through these partnerships, we aim to drive meaningful progress toward sustainable development objectives at local and global levels.
Marga Consultancy >
Here are some of the recent consultancy work of the Marga Institute
institutions in Sri Lanka (UNDP -2023)
Streamlining of indicators of the SGD 16 Results Framework- UNDP -2019 – 2020
Education and Training
Drawing on over five decades of experience in Development Studies, the Marga Institute is proud to offer a range of courses through its Education and Training Programme. Over the years, we have been at the forefront of capacity-building efforts, including a successful Masters Programme in Development Studies and Public Policy, conducted in collaboration with the Open University of Sri Lanka for 15 years. We offer short courses such as Statistics in Research with a Guide to SPSS and Research Methodologies, designed to empower professionals and researchers with practical and analytical skills. We also pioneered the development of Sri Lanka’s first Toolkit and Guidebook for conducting critical research to support evidence-based policymaking.
Here are some of education & training of the Marga Institute
Communication and advocacy
The Marga Institute is committed to fostering impactful dialogue and driving meaningful change through its Communications and Advocacy Team. Leveraging our extensive experience in research and development, we craft targeted campaigns and strategies to address critical social, political, and environmental challenges. Over the past three years, our Communications Team has successfully implemented a range of high-impact projects in collaboration with local and international partners, including
Here are some of the recent communication and advocacy work of the Marga Institute
Policy Dialogues
At the Marga Institute, we facilitate Seminars and Think Tank Discussions to foster dialogue and generate innovative solutions on critical development issues. These forums bring together a diverse range of stakeholders, including policymakers, academics, practitioners, civil society leaders, and international experts, to engage in meaningful conversations that shape development discourse and action.
Our seminars and discussions have addressed various topics, such as poverty alleviation, governance and transparency, language rights, social cohesion, and climate action. We aim to inspire transformative change and contribute to sustainable development by providing a platform for exchanging ideas and insights.
We invite individuals, organisations, and partners to participate in or co-host our events as we collectively work toward a more equitable and resilient future.
Here are some of the policy dialogue projects of the Marga Institute
Critical Research Toolkit for Practitioners
Critical Research Guidebook for Practitioners
WHAT’S NEW AT MARGA INSTITUTE?
Working with Civil Society Organizations to Conduct Critical Research
We are thrilled to announce our new partnerships! We have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with 14 CSOs… read more >>
National CSO Forum and Soft Launch of Guidebook and Tool Kit to Conduct Critical Research
The Marga Institute held its National CSO Forum at the Taj Samudra Colombo on 26 February… read more >>
Establishing CSO Forums to Discuss and Resolve Community Issues
Our CSO partners established CSO Forums at the local government level to bring together all stakeholders… read more >>
Assignment from ILO - Analysis of Nexus between Ageing Workforce and Labour Migration
The International Labour Organisation Sri Lanka has tasked the Marga Institute with the responsibility of…. read more >>
End of Project Evaluation of Youth Participation and Engagement for a Healthier, Equitable, Safer, and United Sri Lanka- Assignment from World Health Organisation Sri Lanka
WHO Sri Lanka assigned the Marga Institute to evaluate a project jointly implemented by the WHO, UNDP, and UNV…. read more >>
Implementing an Advocacy and Communication Campaign in 2022 for Climate Promise
Marga Institute was assigned the task of Implementing an Advocacy and Communication Campaign in 2022… read more >>
Building social cohesion through Development Dialogues
Marga Institute will be conducting Development Dialogues in three districts (Kalutara, Mannar, and Trincomalee) with grant support… read more >>
SDG Mainstreamed Mid Term Development Plans for selected Municipal Councils and Urban Councils in North, North Central, Eastern and Uva Provinces.
The SDG Mainstreamed Mid-Term Development plan work was a 10-month path-breaking… read more >>
Designing and Conducting Focus Group Discussions for the New Youth Policy
The Institute is conducting Focus Group Discussions in all 25 Districts of Sri Lanka to understand youth aspirations… read more >>
Resource Collection of Media Reform Lanka
The Marga Institute is now hosting the resource collection of Media Reform Lanka… read more >>
Mapping of Data Collection, Analysis and Dissemination Capacity of Key Justice Sector Institutions in Sri Lanka
UNDP assigned the Institute the task of reviewing data collection, analysis, and dissemination methods in place… read more >>
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MARGA INSTITUTE
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