Collaborations and Partnerships

“Strengthening Impact Through Shared Vision”

At the Strategia Research and Training Institute, we firmly believe that collaboration is the cornerstone of innovation and sustainable development. In an increasingly interconnected world, solving complex challenges—whether in climate change, business and management sciences, marketing, human resource management, supply chains, logistics, economics, digital economy, education, healthcare, or rural development—demands cross-sectoral partnerships and multidisciplinary alliances.

Our collaborations are designed to leverage complementary strengths, share resources and expertise, and co-create scalable solutions for local, national, and global development priorities. The Strategia Research and Training Institute actively seeks and nurtures partnerships with academic institutions, government agencies, civil society organizations, the private sector, and international development agencies.

Types of Collaborations

We engage in diverse forms of collaborations and partnerships tailored to the goals of our research, training, and policy initiatives:

1. Academic Collaborations

We work with universities, research institutes, and think tanks in India and abroad to:

Conduct joint research and field studies
Organize conferences, seminars, and workshops
Co-develop curricula and training modules
Offer exchange programs for faculty and students
Publish co-authored monographs, reports, and academic papers

Examples include partnerships in climate resilience, water governance, gender studies, agrarian reforms, and public policy evaluation, as well as in marketing strategy for rural enterprises, human resource development in emerging economies, ethical supply chain management, logistics innovation for underserved regions, and financial inclusion through micro-business models.

2. Government Partnerships

The Strategia Research and Training Institute partners with central, state, and local government bodies to:

Provide research support and evidence for policy formulation
Conduct capacity building of government officials
Design and evaluate development programs
Offer technical support for planning, monitoring, and implementation

Our aim is to strengthen evidence-based governance, particularly in underserved and vulnerable regions.

3. Civil Society Engagement

We collaborate with NGOs, community-based organizations, and development practitioners to:

Promote participatory research and action-oriented interventions
Strengthen grassroots capacity through training and knowledge sharing
Document and scale up best practices
Empower marginalized groups with relevant skills and tools

4. Industry and Private Sector Alliances

Our partnerships with industry and corporate entities focus on:

Skill development and vocational training aligned with market needs
Promoting CSR-based research and social impact initiatives
Supporting innovation hubs and incubators
Facilitating internships and real-world exposure for trainees and students

We encourage companies to collaborate through Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) models and knowledge-based CSR programs.

5. International Development and Multilateral Agencies

The Strategia Research and Training Institute actively engages with UN bodies, bilateral development organizations, and international Think Tanks and NGOs to:

Participate in global knowledge platforms and networks
Implement joint projects on SDGs, climate action, education, health, and livelihoods as well as in sustainable supply chain innovation, rural market development and inclusive marketing, ethical human resource practices in decentralized governance, logistics optimization for last-mile delivery in remote regions, and entrepreneurship and financial models for micro and small businesses.
Apply for grants and research funding
Contribute to South-South cooperation and regional initiatives

Goals of Our Collaborative Approach

Our collaborations are driven by the following strategic goals:

Knowledge Sharing

Promote open and accessible knowledge through co-authored publications, learning platforms, and policy dialogues.

Capacity Strengthening

Build institutional and community capacities through joint training, mentorship, and technical assistance.

Innovation and Impact

Co-develop scalable, innovative solutions to complex social, economic, and environmental issues.

Sustainability

Create partnerships that are long-term, mutually beneficial, and embedded in shared values and outcomes.

Ongoing Initiatives

Here are a few illustrations of ongoing collaborations:

Community-Led Climate Resilience Program

In partnership with a state government, two NGOs, and an international climate fund, the Strategia Research and Training Institute intends to co-design a community-led adaptation project in the Indian Himalayan Region, supporting over 1,000 households with early warning systems, resilient livelihoods, and water management tools.

Digital Learning for Rural Youth

Partnering with a private IT firm under CSR, the Strategia Research and Training Institute intends to develop and roll out a digital skills curriculum in Indian states, empowering over 10,000 youth with employment-ready IT and entrepreneurship skills.

Gender and Livelihoods Fellowship Program

In collaboration with a university and women’s empowerment NGO, the Strategia Research and Training Institute intends to initiate a year-long fellowship for young researchers and practitioners to study and improve rural women’s access to income-generating opportunities.

Research Support for Education Reform

The Strategia Research and Training Institute intends to be a part of a multi-institutional research consortium advising state education departments on improving school and college governance, teacher training, and learning outcomes through data-driven insights.

How We Collaborate

We offer flexible and responsive models of collaboration to suit the vision and capacity of each partner:

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Joint Research and Grant Proposals
We co-develop research proposals and multi-partner funding applications in response to national and international calls for proposals.

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Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs)

Formal partnerships are established through MoUs outlining scope, roles, and expected outcomes. These may span one-time projects or multi-year programs.

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Advisory and Expert Groups

We invite partners to serve on the institute’s advisory boards, review panels, or thematic working groups to enrich our initiatives with domain expertise and external perspective.

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Shared Platforms and Events

The Strategia Research and Training Institute co-hosts conferences, workshops, webinars, and hackathons with partners to foster learning and dialogue across disciplines and sectors.

Call for Institutional Partners

Are you an institution, organization, agency, or an individual interested in building knowledge together and driving impact at scale? We invite you to partner with the Strategia Research and Training Institute in any of the following areas:

Note: Business and Management Sciences including marketing, human resource development, logistics, supply chain optimization, and enterprise development)

Our dedicated Partnership Cell ensures seamless coordination, transparency, and results-focused engagement.

How to Partner With Us?

1. Expression of Interest (EOI)

Write to us at Email: strat.institute@gmail.com with a brief proposal, introduction, and area of collaboration.

2. Proposal Review

Our internal team will assess alignment with our mission and strategic priorities.

3. Dialogue and MoU

We co-create a roadmap for the collaboration, define deliverables, and formalize the partnership.

Strategic Partnership Priorities
(2025–2030)

Are you an institution, organization, agency, or an individual interested in building knowledge together and driving impact at scale? We invite you to partner with the Strategia Research and Training Institute in any of the following areas:

Partner With Us. Let’s Co-Create the Future.

At the Strategia Research and Training Institute, collaboration is not just about working together—it’s about growing together. Our partners are part of a community that values academic rigor, social responsibility, and transformative action.

Let us join hands to generate knowledge, build capacity, and deliver solutions that matter.

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Collaborations and Partnerships