WHO WE ARE
SMERU Research Institute (SMERU) is an independent institution for research and policy studies. Our scope of work covers a wide range of socioeconomic issues, primarily from the perspective of poverty and inequality (read our history here)
We have 20+ years of experience in research focusing on poverty and inequality, social protection, and human development in Indonesia. We actively work to promote pro-poor policies at the national and regional levels through research-based evidence. We implement Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) approach in all of our work.
Our vision and mission
SMERU's vision:
An Indonesian society and a world free of all forms of poverty and inequality through the support of research for evidence-based policymaking
Our missions are to:
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Our values

Knowledge
Skilled expertise and knowledge

Objectivity
Evidence-based findings

Independence
Unaffiliated

Impactfulness
Positive contribution to the community

Inclusiveness
Openness and involvement of all groups
Our principles

Democratic

Equal
opportunity

Committed

Proactive and
responsive

Pioneering
