* Explains best practice on conducting an -influencing agenda-

* Powerful and wide-ranging case studies

* Explores the link between research and policy


This is a crucial book for international development researchers who want the lessons of their research converted into changes in government and aid agency policy.

International policy making is extremely complex and little studied. This book reviews what we do already know and provides a conceptual framework for future research. Through four case studies, ranging from local to international...