The MENA Center for Research and Advocacy

Welcome

The MENA Center for Research and Advocacy (MENA – CRA)
is an independent, non-governmental, and nonprofit research and advocacy institution dedicated to conducting rigorous academic research that highlights critical issues in the Middle East and North Africa region. Our aim is to produce thoroughly documented, transparent research and deliver evidence-based insights to inform policies and shape meaningful dialogue.

OUR VISION

To promote open and unrestricted access to reliable and transparent research and information to facilitate the exploration of feasible and durable solutions to pressing challenges in the MENA region.

OUR MISSION

To invest in the production and dissemination of knowledge, addressing prevailing challenges and opportunities. We strive to shape a rights-based discourse that values inclusive public welfare for all by fostering constructive dialogue and collaboration among diverse stakeholders.

Objectives

Produce and disseminate reliable, independent, and comprehensive research and analysis on various socio-economic, political, and cultural aspects of the MENA region.

Counter polarizing discourse by conducting evidence-based research, leveraging media platforms effectively, and engaging in advocacy efforts to promote informed and constructive discussions among diverse stakeholders.

Advocate for national and international policies that foster the principles of civil rights, diversity, and socioeconomic justice, ensuring fair and equitable societal outcomes for all individuals.

Foster partnerships, coordination, and efficient dialogues among various stakeholders, encompassing the public, private sector, and civil society at local, regional, and international levels, to collaboratively address challenges and achieve shared goals.

Operational goals

Conduct rigorous research and analysis to ensure the in-depth and quality of the center’s research outputs, providing valuable insights and reports for decision-makers, stakeholders, and the public.
Develop effective channels and platforms to disseminate research findings to policymakers, stakeholders, and the general public, making information easily accessible and promoting informed decision-making.
Utilize diverse media platforms and engagement strategies to reach a wider audience, foster open-mindedness, understanding, and respectful exchange of ideas, and create opportunities for meaningful dialogue on critical regional issues.
Engage in advocacy efforts that promote policies addressing systemic inequalities, striving to improve the well-being of individuals and communities in the MENA region and create fair and equitable societal outcomes.
Maintain transparent practices and adhere to accountability measures in all aspects of the organization's operations, ensuring that research methodologies, advocacy efforts, and resource utilization are conducted with integrity and openness.