This practice paper is inspired by the learnings of a two-year project carried out in partnership with GSG Impact. The paper shares reflections and lessons from a collaborative venture between our National Partners in Colombia, Nigeria, Ghana, and Peru alongside their local think tank partners within their respective country contexts. 

The paper explores these insights specifically from the perspective of the think tank partner, to complement publications from GSG Impact that focus on the project’s lessons for GSG National Partners and other industry actors.

The project is funded by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and involves On Think Tanks and the consultancy firm IMPACTO in a learning partner capacity. These collaborations have advanced local impact investing landscapes and contributed to global knowledge sharing..

This paper will help you find answers to the following questions:
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What role do think tanks play in the impact investing ecosystem?

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How can think tanks help overcome challenges in the impact investing sector?

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How do think tanks contribute to policy initiatives and systemic change in impact investing?

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What are the benefits of evidence-based research in impact investing?

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How can National Partners benefit from partnerships with local think tanks?

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How can think tanks support investor confidence and transparency in impact investing?

Sophie Gillespie

On Think Tanks

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Julie LaFrance

Independent Consultant

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Kirsten Andersen

Independent Researcher

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Gila Norich (1)

Gila Norich

Head of Knowledge Development - GSG Impact

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Kyungmin Park (1)

Kyungmin Park

Knowledge Development Associate - GSG Impact

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Louise Ball

On Think Tanks

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Paul Gillespie

Giving is Good

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Carolina Robino

IDRC

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