Social Inquiry is an organization dedicated to examining and understanding the complex dynamics of human development and social cohesion. Founded in 2017, their work stems from the experiences of their researchers in Iraq, where they witnessed the challenges faced by fragile communities in conflict-ridden environments. By putting the social back into social science and the human back into the study of human development, Social Inquiry aims to bridge the gap between programming and policy by considering the messy realities of these communities.

Their research explores topics such as identities and belonging in displacement, measuring social cohesion, and understanding reconciliation and accountability. Operating from two offices, one in Erbil and another in Barcelona, Social Inquiry collaborates with various partners to carry out their work. Their team of cross-disciplinary researchers, including economists, analysts, and consultants, employ quantitative analysis and empirical methods to gain insights into conflict resolution, peacebuilding, and the socio-economic conditions associated with displacement and returns.

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