Co-producing research and policy in Somaliland and Sierra Leone to increase participation in politic

Research led by UCLs Professor Michael Walls, with local communities and policymakers has forged partnerships with authorities in Somaliland and Sierra Leone to co-produce fairer approaches to policy.

13 February 2023

International policy case study

Research title: Co-producing research and policy in Somaliland and Sierra Leone to increase participation in politics and policy
Faculty: The Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment, Development Planning Unit
Activity: Research
Policy type: International planning or urban policy; International emergency or risk management
Country/Region: Africa and the Middle East
Policy partner: Local Communities, Non-UK National Governments (non-EU)

Synopsis

Collaborative research led by The Bartlett Development Planning Unit (DPU) with local communities and policy makers into political institutions has forged partnerships with authorities in Somaliland and Sierra Leone to co-produce fairer approaches to policymaking and governance. This has helped authorities to create locally-relevant policies to improve equality and reduce climate risk and conflict.

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