Policy Organizations and Think Tanks
Many different types of organizations write policy papers, reports, and briefings related to various social issues and questions. This includes policy organizations and think tanks.
Search Think Tank Content
The subscription database CIAO: Columbia international affairs online searches within many well-known think tanks, with a focus on International Relations. The search box below is a custom search created in Google; it is in no way complete, but may provide a useful starting point.
Finding Policy Organizations and Think Tanks
American Policy Directory: This directory separates policy organizations by their topical area of focus, including civil rights to labor.
Policy Organizations By Political Orientation: This list separates policy organizations by their political orientation.
Think Tank SEARCH: This tool of the Harvard Kennedy School allows you to search a comprehensive list of think tanks.
Selected Websites
- National Association of Social Workers Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with more than 120,000 members. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.
