i4policy – Innovation For Policy Foundation

Innovation for
Policy Foundation
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Innovation for
Policy Foundation
We believe in building a better future by placing the power of the collective at the heart of decision-making. Learn More

Our Work

Our current systems of governance are failing to tackle urgent crises at all levels of society, from climate change to youth unemployment and beyond. Therefore we work at local, national, and global levels to support governments, communities, and decision-makers to find solutions by working together with everyone affected. This collaborative approach builds stronger, more resilient societies.

Research & Development

We drive innovation by developing tools, methods, and technologies that create meaningful impact.


Strategic Advisory

We support governments, international organizations, and communities in embracing inclusive approaches to policy-making.

Knowledge Sharing

We empower change-makers globally to take control of their futures, with a strong emphasis on participatory methods.

Our Reach

Our numbers reflect how communities are engaging, contributing, and shaping policies through participatory governance.

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Our Initiatives

Most policies are made behind closed doors. We are helping tear those doors off their hinges by building platforms that empower citizens—young entrepreneurs, educators, and ecosystem builders—to meaningfully shape the laws that govern them.

The Burundi Policy Hackathon

In early October 2024, over 100 stakeholders from Burundi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem convened for the Burundi Policy Hackathon in Bujumbura.

The Cabo Verde Startup Act

i4Policy (Innovation for Policy Foundation) and Miranda & Associado are currently spearheading a transformative phase for Cabo Verde’s entrepreneurial landscape.

A Participatory Approach to Agroforestry Policy in Ghana

i4Policy is currently spearheading a transformative shift in Ghana’s agricultural policy by applying our innovative, participatory ADDIS methodology.

Stay Connected

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