The Institute for Integrated Development Studies (IIDS) is a renowned think-tank based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Established in 1979, it is an independent and non-partisan organization dedicated to research and policy advocacy for sustainable development. With over 40 years of experience, IIDS aims to reorient and consolidate policy priorities across Nepal and South Asia by providing evidence-based research, advocacy, and innovation incubation.

Their vision for the future is to make a significant development impact by training professionals, contributing to evidence-based policymaking, and promoting public understanding of sustainable development challenges in the 21st century. IIDS is governed by a respected council and boasts a team of talented researchers, program staff, and administrative personnel led by an Executive Director. They have collaborated with various international organizations, think-tanks, and NGOs, including the United Nations, World Bank, and Asian Development Bank.

Apart from their research initiatives, IIDS offers the Master in Public Policy and Management (MPPM) program and executive education courses in partnership with renowned universities. Overall, IIDS has a substantial reputation for influencing reasoned policymaking and driving effective development through their extensive projects and knowledge products