The Palestine Economic Policy Research institute (MAS) was founded in Jerusalem in 1994 as an independent non-profit institution to contribute to the policy-making process by conducting economic and social policy research. Seventeen years and over two hundred publications later, MAS is proud of its record of applying the highest standards of intellectual independence, relevance and methodological
excellence in its economic and social research and analysis, and its contribution to sustainable socio-economic development in Palestine. Promoting knowledge-based policy formulation by conducting economic and social policy research in accordance with the expressed priorities and needs of decision-makers.
2. Evaluating economic and social policies and their impact at different levels for correction and review of existing policies.
3. Providing a forum for free, open and democratic public debate among all stakeholders on the socio-economic policy-making process.
4. Providing technical and expert advice to PNA bodies, the private sector, and NGO's to enhance their engagement and participation in policy formulation.
6. Strengthening economic and social policy research capabilities and resources in Palestine.