{"id":14,"date":"2026-04-03T09:40:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T09:40:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epic.org.np\/index.php\/about-us\/"},"modified":"2026-06-02T06:08:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T06:08:45","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/epic.org.np\/index.php\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Economic Progress and Innovation Center (EPIC)<\/strong> is a non-partisan, independent think tank based in Madhesh<\/strong>, Nepal,  We advance entrepreneurship, innovation, and evidence-based policy through research, dialogue, and practical programs that empower citizen, foster enterprises, and drive inclusive economic growth.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Vision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Economic Progress and Innovation Center<\/strong> envisions just and prosperous Madhesh where rule of law, open markets, and good governance, enable innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive economic growth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To drive economic progress through evidence-based research, foster entrepreneurship and innovation, and enable informed and non-partisan policy engagement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why we are here?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Research & Knowledge<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Conduct policy research, produce publications, and generate evidence-based insights to inform public debate and decision-making on governance, entrepreneurship, and economic development of Madhesh.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Policy & Governance<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Provide advisory support and policy recommendations to Provincial and Local government and institutions, while promoting rule of law, accountability, open markets, and responsible governance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Economic Development<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Strengthen Nepal\u2019s entrepreneurial ecosystem by supporting innovation, identifying high-potential sectors (especially in Madhesh Province), and contributing to sustainable economic growth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Citizen Empowerment & Capacity Building<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Equip people with skills, training, and fellowship opportunities to foster entrepreneurship, leadership, and active civic engagement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Civic Awareness & Public Engagement<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Promote awareness on individual rights and responsibilities, encourage informed public discourse, and advance democratic and entrepreneurial values through programs and outreach.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our Team<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n
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