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Institute for Practical Research and Training

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The Institute for Practical Research and Training (IPRT) is a non-governmental organization based in Hargeisa, Somaliland/Somalia that specializes in (applied) research and training. It "operates an independent research center where Somali and non-Somali schohttp://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Institute_for_Practical_Research_and_Training&action=edit&redlink=1lars conduct research on selected post-war reconstruction issues (including landmines, political development)."[1]

Mission and Goals

IPRT "was established in 1998 to promote local initiatives in health, education, human rights and good governance in Somaliland. IPRT is based and registered in Somaliland as a nongovernmental, nonpolitical independent organization."[2]

"Among IPTT's goals are:

  • "To attract skilled and educated Somalis back from the Diaspora and engage them fully in reconstruction and development activities
  • To prepare sound studies to guide reconstruction policies and to facilitate in-depth and serious discussions among government, media and non-governmental organizations
  • "To explore new avenues for integrated regional development and appropriate innovative technologies."[2]

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