Shaping the future of education andpolicy development globally

We’re the institute behind inclusive governance and sustainable impact across three continents. From Eastern Europe to Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia, EPDRI has spent over a decade empowering institutions and advancing development through research-driven policymaking.

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Our Mission is to Advance Educationthrough Policy and Innovation
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Internationalization

Strengthening cross-border academic networks and fostering global cooperation.

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Research & Innovation

Conducting comparative studies that inform decision-making in education policy.

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Quality Assurance

Supporting institutions in enhancing standards and accountability mechanisms.

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Lifelong Learning

Developing training programs that meet societal and economic development needs.

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Governance, Autonomy & Funding

Providing expertise to strengthen institutional management and resource allocation.

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Digital Transformation

Promoting advanced Information and Communication Technologies for modern education delivery.

Who we are and What we stand For?
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The European Policy Development and Research Institute (EPDRI) is an independent, non-profit organization specializing in applied research and the development of innovative public policies in education and sustainable development

Established with a strong focus on the European Eastern Neighborhood region, EPDRI has progressively expanded its initiatives to the Mediterranean region, Southeast Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Through strategic partnerships, we foster interregional collaboration, promoting transformative solutions for higher education systems worldwide.

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Our vision
We aspire to create globally interconnected, equitableeducation systems through innovation and collaboration.

EPDRI aspires to become a European reference point in facilitating the exchange of best practices between universities and academic networks both within and outside the EU. We aim to contribute to the creation of equitable, sustainable, and globally interconnected education systems.

More Than 15+ Trusted Partners and Collaborators

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We aspire to create globally interconnected, equitableeducation systems through innovation and collaboration.

With a proven track record of coordinating over 40+ pilot projects, training 2,000+ higher education professionals, and collaborating with 70+ universities worldwide, EPDRI combines research excellence with practical implementation. Key areas of expertise include:

  • Development, promotion, coordination, and evaluation of international cooperation initiatives.
  • Creation and management of teaching, research, development, and innovation centers.
  • Knowledge transfer from universities to industry, encouraging commercialization of research outputs.
  • Organization of dissemination activities (scholarships, contests, seminars, courses, conferences, and academic events) to foster wider engagement and impact.
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