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Researching the fields of labour markets, inequality and poverty |
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Mission and Vision
Our Mission is to:
• Undertake high quality policy-relevant research
• Maintain and develop effective networks with government, civil society and the research community
in Southern Africa
• Engage in training and teaching activities
• Participate directly in the process of formulating, implementing and evaluating policy
Our Vision
The DPRU specialises in socio-economic research with a focus on labour markets, poverty and inequality. Through the application of economic and statistical techniques, our aim is to produce academically rigorous policy analysis. The three core objectives of the unit are:
• Fostering high quality, policy relevant research within the DPRU
• Training a new generation of research economists within the DPRU
• Disseminating knowledge to decision makers in government, the private sector and civil society