Examples of our work across political analysis, policy research, and stakeholder engagement.
A track record across government, civil society, and international development
Developed a comprehensive policy brief focusing on the role of a state-civil society compact in advancing socioeconomic inclusion and development cooperation in South Africa.
Conducted a comprehensive research study analysing women's representation in the 2021 Local Government Elections across South Africa.
Conducted a comparative study on international approaches to social compacts as part of DSAC's broader social cohesion programme.
Provided research consulting for the Fostering Inclusive Growth through Climate Change Champions (FIGCCC) project, delivering research briefs on climate policies in selected municipalities.
Served as project researcher for the Civil Society Participation in Provincial Legislatures (CSPPL) initiative, focusing on strengthening engagement between civil society and provincial legislatures.
"Our working experience with Critical ThinkAR® has been refreshing as the organisation is led by young black women who provide alternative perspectives to our research. The professionalism demonstrated by the team was impressive."Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya Director: Project Management, Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection
"Critical ThinkAR® has been an essential partner in the Civil Society Participation in Provincial Legislatures Project. On point political analysis, sharp communication outputs and strategic considerations were delivered with reliability."Mira Dutschke South Africa Programme Manager, Democracy Works Foundation
"Our working experience with Critical ThinkAR® has been refreshing as the organisation is led by young black women who provide alternative perspectives to our research. The professionalism demonstrated by the team was impressive."Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya Director: Project Management, Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection
"Critical ThinkAR® has been an essential partner in the Civil Society Participation in Provincial Legislatures Project. On point political analysis, sharp communication outputs and strategic considerations were delivered with reliability."Mira Dutschke South Africa Programme Manager, Democracy Works Foundation
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