- Lot 3-04, Tower 1, Menara PGRM, Jalan Pudu Ulu, Cheras, 56100 Kuala Lumpur.
About Us
Socioeconomic Development and Research (SEDAR) Institute is an autonomous think tank advocating for a liberal and progressive Malaysia. Through political and policy research, we develop ideas and strategies to identify the best path forward to advance Malaysia's core values of equality, justice, and freedom.
Our Mission
To develop ideas and strategies to help building a united, democratic, just, egalitarian, liberal and progressive nation for all Malaysians, transcending the barriers of race and religion.
Our Approach
Organizing seminars, workshops and dialogues
Publishing relevant materials
Commissioning research and study
Producing policy proposals or solutions
Monitoring the implementation of government policies
Our Concerns
1. Promoting Bangsa Malaysia, inter-religious and inter-ethnic harmony
2. Generating competitive and sustainable economic development
3. Safeguarding human rights, the rule of law and Federal Constitution
4. Enhancing human capital and knowledge society development
5. Advocating good governance and integrity
6. Sustaining ecological balance and quality of life