GFN-SSR Helpdesk is a demand-responsive service that identifies and synthesises the most relevant research on particular subjects. We also provide help with finding SSR consultants in specific fields.
Please note that the helpdesk service is charged at fixed daily rates. Please contact us for information on costs.
GFN-SSR researchers are available to carry out desk-based research assignments at short notice. A researcher will produce a clear and concise report outlining the main issues on the subject, identifying the most relevant literature and where appropriate, gathering comments from expert academics and practitioners. A response will be returned in two working days.
For questions that require more in-depth research, we can also undertake extended assignments according to your specification.
To submit a query, please email Helpdesk@ssrnetwork.net or contact Shiv Bakrania at +44 (0) 121 414 5038.
GFN-SSR has access to a large pool of high quality consultants and can help you to quickly find and mobilise specialists when you need them.
Email: enquiries@ssrnetwork.net
Telephone: +44 (0) 121 414 5038
Visit our Document Library to search for documents in your area of interest.
For specific information and resources on governance and social development issues, please visit the website of our sister project, the Governance and Social Development Resource Centre (GSDRC), which is also based within the University of Birmingham's International Development Department.
The UN and the African Union’s security architecture: Defining an emerging partnership?
Positive, ambiguous or negative? Peacekeeping in the local security fabric
Course on Security Sector Reform
'What Threatens? Building Bridges in Security and Conflict Studies'
GFN-SSR has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with DCAF. This is supported by an annual workplan outlining particular activities for cooperation and areas for information exchange.
GFN-SSR works closely with our sister project, the GSDRC, which specialises in information and resources on specific governance and social development issues.