RECAS Academic Policy Lab Launch Event

On Wednesday 26th of March at 17h CET RECAS Network is hosting public presentation of the Academic Policy Lab, a dynamic initiative by the RECAS Network, dedicated to strengthening the link between academic research and policymaking across the Western Balkans. This event will also mark the launch of our Research Repository, a key step toward making scholarly insights more accessible and actionable for policymakers, civil society, and the media.

About the event:

The Academic Policy Lab serves as a collaborative platform, fostering dialogue and knowledge exchange between researchers, industry and decision-makers. At this event, we will introduce our key objectives, highlight upcoming initiatives, and showcase the beta version of the Research Repository—a curated collection of academic work aimed at informing public policies and addressing pressing regional challenges.

This is an opportunity to:

• Learn about the vision and activities of the Academic Policy Lab.
• Explore the Research Repository and its role in bridging the research-policy gap.
• Engage with experts, policymakers, and researchers committed to evidence-based decision-making.
• Contribute insights and feedback to refine and enhance the platform’s impact.

Meeting Agenda:

• Introduction of the Regional Network of Centers for Advanced Studies in Southeast Europe (RECAS) – Dr Gazela Pudar Draško, IFDT
• Regional Academic Policy Lab Launch – Srđan Djurović, IFDT
• Research Repository – Tara Tepavac, IFDT
• Importance of the academia-policy link – Siniša Marčić, RCC

📅 Date: March 26, 2025
⏰ Time: 17:00 CET

💻Register in advance for this meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ngFkj8YLRE-ep7dyljcUaw

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