• Focus on action: “To empower our regional communities and institutions through impactful social research, driving positive change on critical issues like climate change, democracy, humanitarian needs, and conflict resolution.”
• Focus on knowledge: “To generate and disseminate high-quality social research that informs policy, strengthens civil society, and equips Africans with the knowledge to overcome social challenges and build a brighter future.”
• Focus on collaboration: “To forge strategic partnerships across sectors and borders, leveraging collaborative research and training to amplify impact and create sustainable solutions for Africa’s social dilemmas.”
Vision:
• Transformative: “To be a catalyst for a transformed Africa, where social justice, environmental sustainability, and shared prosperity flourish, fueled by evidence-based research and empowered communities.”
• Impactful: “To be recognized as the leading force in Africa’s social research landscape, driving transformative change through research excellence, innovative solutions, and unwavering commitment to social progress.”
• Empowering: “To empower a generation of our researchers, leaders, and citizens to build a more just and equitable future, guided by the power of knowledge and fueled by social research.”