The Mekong Thought Leadership and Think Tanks Network Program (MTT Program)

The Mekong Thought Leadership and Think Tanks Network Program, supported by Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), aims to work with national and regional knowledgebased policy influence organizations (KBPIOs) in the Mekong subregion to enhance their capacities to effectively engage stakeholders involved in policy processes. In particular, the program will work with KBPIOs to support strengthening policy and practice in relation to equitable water security, energy security, as well as climate change mitigation and adaptation. This will be combined with communications based on high quality research, practical advice generated by the program, and crosslearning among relevant organizations in the region. The program views that investing in diverse entry- or mid-level professionals of all genders working in research and policy engagement is essential to enhance their capacity in producing and promoting practical and sustainable solutions. Therefore, the program will also spearhead capacity building for entry- or mid-level professionals  through fellowships and trainings.