Research

Programmes will usually embrace research, a series of conferences and seminars, publications arising from the research and related activities.   Our Programme will be guided by the following aims and purpose:
 

To conduct research into the nature of constitutions, the variables of success and failure, comparison across constitutions, relations between constitutions and the social, economic, and political dimensions.

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To conduct studies of particular constitutional orders to assess their effectiveness, identify shortcomings, and propose strategies for improvement

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To provide advice and counsel to governments, international organisations, civil society, and business on constitutional issues.

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To draft or assist in the drafting of new or revised constitutions

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To arrange courses on constitutional issues, tailored according to the interests and needs of diverse groups

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To prepare and disseminate reports on issues of constitutional interest

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To monitor and report on constitutional changes and developments across the nations of the world.     

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To establish and maintain a data-base of national constitutions, recording changes and developments as they occur 

To launch a newsletter on constitutional issues nationally, regionally, and internationally, available on subscription 
 

To develop programmes of civic education
 

​To devise alternative ways of conveying knowledge and information about constitutional issues for members of society, including children