MISSION AND GOALS IPS MISSION The Institute's mission is to contribute to the economic development of a democratic Sri Lanka and enhance the quality of life of its people by informing policy-makers and contributing to the public debate through timely, independent, and high quality research-based analysis of medium and long-term national policy issues. INSTITUTIONAL GOALS arrow right 2 To be a regional centre of excellence in the analysis of socio-economic policy issues. arrow right 2 To be a source of technical expertise and policy advice for the wider region outside of Sri Lanka. arrow right 2 To engage in dialogue with policy makers in the government, labour, donor, business, and research communities and provide a forum for the discussion, exchange, and assessment of views amongst stakeholders. arrow right 2 To be a point of reference on national policy issues to the public by providing an independent and authoritative voice. arrow right 2 To strengthen the national capacity for medium and long-term economic policy analysis by investing in the capabilities of its staff and the Institute's knowledge base. arrow right 2 To promote equality of opportunities for all in all its research and activities, regardless of gender, age or ethnicity. arrow right 2 To strengthen the country's access to the highest quality expertise available by building and managing linkages with international institutions and scholars concerned with relevant issues. Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka 100/20, Independence Avenue Colombo 07 Sri Lanka