Organization

Brookings

Also known as Brookings Institution (conditional) · Brookings Institution

Leading independent research organization focused on governance, economics, and foreign policy analysis.

Brookings
Type
ngo
Founded
1916
HQ
Washington, D.C., United States

The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization founded in 1916 in Washington, D.C. It conducts research and analysis on a wide range of topics including economics, governance, foreign policy, metropolitan policy, and social issues. The institution is known for its nonpartisan approach and has become one of the most influential think tanks in the United States.

Brookings operates multiple research programs and centers, publishing hundreds of reports, articles, and policy briefs annually. Its scholars and researchers frequently contribute to public discourse through media appearances, congressional testimony, and engagement with policymakers. The institution maintains a commitment to rigorous, independent analysis and has established itself as a major voice in shaping policy debates on domestic and international issues.

Last updated 31 August 2026