Since 1982, Society for Participatory Research in Asia (PRIA) has embarked on a set of key initiatives focusing on capacity building, knowledge building, participatory research, citizen-centric development, and policy advocacy. An international centre for learning and promotion of participation and democratic governance, PRIA works with several national and international partners. PRIA's professional expertise and practical insights are utilised by other civil society groups, NGOs, governments, donors, trade unions, private business and academic institutions around the world.