About INCLUDE

Include is an African-Dutch platform comprising researchers, practitioners, and policymakers dedicated to advancing inclusive development in Africa. Through rigorous research, policy dialogues, and knowledge sharing, INCLUDE strives to foster evidence-based insights that inform the formulation of more inclusive policies.

Established in 2012 by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, its mission is to generate, gather, and disseminate knowledge on inclusive development in Africa. By facilitating collaboration between policymakers in Africa and the Netherlands, INCLUDE aims to contribute to the creation of more effective and equitable development policies. Its vision is to enhance socio-economic conditions in Africa, with a primary focus on poverty reduction.