to promote sustainable democracy through sponsoring national dialogue, encouraging political participation, strengthening democratic legislation and expanding the role of civil society.

to serve as a national think tank that provides analysis of major economic, political and social issues and presents alternative policies to the government and to private sector institutes.

to publish research as a tool for public education and to facilitate general access to information.

to provide a conducive atmosphere for dialogue and consensus building in order to form a wider base for policy reforms.

to build networks between research centers, institutions and civil society organizations at the local, regional and international levels for cooperation and exchange of expertise.

to build resources, such as archives and libraries, in order to provide free public access to information and enhance public awareness of democracy and development issues.

to improve public awareness of political and economic realities through the provision of training opportunities in areas such as electoral participation, human rights and freedom of expression with the ultimate goal of reinforcing the consolidation of democracy in Jordan.