The Global Centre for Policy and Strategy (GLOCEPS) is a think-tank based in Nairobi, Kenya. GLOCEPS is a leading centre of excellence in policy influence and strategy formulation. The Centre provides strategic linkage between experience and research by bringing together outstanding professionals, thought leaders and academia to advance key issues on peace and security. GLOCEPS work cuts across five pillars, namely, security and defence; foreign policy; transnational organized crimes; governance and ethics; and development.
In pursuit of this vision, GLOCEPS achieves research excellence through partnerships with like-minded organizations, experts and practitioners. The Centre prides itself in its diversity of expertise that combines seasoned public policy experts and researchers with veteran practitioners and experienced academicians. In doing so, we remain open to new ideas and innovation.
An epitome of excellence in action research, policy influence and strategy formulation.
To contribute to global peace and prosperity through action research in diplomacy, security and development.
To provide a platform for continuous exchange of actionable knowledge among global practitioners in diplomacy, governance, development, defence, security, and transnational crimes.
To improve governance and strategic leadership by facilitating inter-generational dialogue, skills and knowledge transfer between experienced public and private practitioners and emerging professionals.
To enhance the management of strategic interests by generating applicable knowledge for public and private policy decision-making and action.
To strengthen the harnessing of policy research in decision-making in both public and private sectors.
To leverage professional linkages to cultivate, strengthen and expand regional, Pan-African and global networks of influence for the benefit of the Centre.