From Insight to Action
Marga Institute is Sri Lanka’s first independent private think tank, advancing research, advocacy, and education to build an informed and civic-conscious society. Leading development challenges through multidisciplinary research and community engagement for sustainable change in Sri Lanka
Our Three Pillars
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, contributing to sustainable and equitable development in Sri Lanka and beyond.
Research
Conducting rigorous research for evidence-based policy making and to empower communities.
Advocacy
Partnering with national and district-level civil society and engaging with the public sector for effective Advocacy
Education
Training and Education programmes building on the legacy of over five decades of critical analysis of development issues
Marga Over The Years
Key milestones in our mission to drive positive change in Sri Lanka
1972
Founded
1000+
Research Projects
50+
Years of Experience
75+
Policy Recommendations
Featured Reports
Explore our latest research and policy analysis shaping Sri Lanka's future
Accountability
Highlights of the seminar on “Establishing an Accountability Process in Sri Lanka: Realising Truth, Justice and Reparation.”
September 2025
Agriculture
This Study intends to carry out in-depth policy research in the area of Agricultural Productivity.
June 2021
Education
The Impact Of Covid-19 On Early Childhood Development Services In Sri Lanka. Survey conducted in August 2021.
August 2021
What's New
Stay updated with our latest research, publications, and institutional developments
September 2025 | 5 min read
National Action Plan to counter bribery and corruption
The Marga Institute conducted an island-wide survey covering a sample of 10,000 Respondents, 45 Focus Group Discussions, and…
February 2025 | 3 min read
Study of the economic impact on urban dwellers due to health hazards
This study was funded by the Gamani Corea Foundation. We presented to the media our research findings of the study of the economic impact…
January 2025 | 4 min read
Mid-Term Evaluation (MTE) for Support to Justice Sector Project (JURE) of UNDP Sri Lanka
Marga worked with International Consultants to review the UNDP work in the justice sector [JURE] project…
August 30, 2025 | 2 min read
A Game to Counter Misinformation and Disinformation
“A Fishy Tale” is a gamified learning experience that provides lifelong learners with a critical understanding of the…
August 30, 2025 | 2 min read
Social Experiment Competition To Provide Meaningful Insights
We initiated a competition to seek creative, hands-on, and insightful social experiments that provide meaningful…
August 30, 2025 | 2 min read
Strengthening Environmental Activism in Aranayake
We had a workshop for environmental activists in Aranayake. We presented case studies of successful…
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The Marga Institute was set up in 1972 as independent non-profit development research & training center with an activist arm that engages with civil society organizations in public debate and discourse.
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