IPRT
The Institute for
Practical Research and Training (IPRT)
is a non-profit, independent research, and training educational institute.
IPRT
operates an independent research center where Somali and non-Somali scholars
conduct research on selected post-war reconstruction issues.
Among
IPRT's goals are:
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To attract skilled and
educated Somalis back from the Diaspora and engage them fully in
reconstruction and development activities
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To prepare sound
studies to guide reconstruction policies and to facilitate in-depth and
serious discussions among government, media and non-governmental
organizations
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To explore new avenues
for integrated regional development and appropriate innovative technologies.
In addition, IPRT manages
:
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A documentation center
to house reference and library materials.
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A center for Somali
and non-Somali scholars to conduct original field research on targeted
issues.
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A training center for
civil servants.
Contact:
info@iprt.org
Tel: 252-828-5785
FAX: 252-213-6990