Your Voice Shapes Our Future
To ensure an open and inclusive process, we invite all citizens, residents, and non-resident Maldivians to submit written contributions or participate in our online survey.
Call for Research Papers & Policy Briefs
A Resilient Maldives, Prosperity for All
- Assess the current situation and emerging challenges
- Propose short-, medium-, and long-term solutions with a strategic focus
- Document innovative initiatives and programmes that have shown transformative impact
- Present visionary and transformative ideas that reimagine Maldives in 2045
- Bring out-of-the-box thinking and bold proposals across sectors
- Published in official NDP publications, contributing to the knowledge base shaping national strategy
Important: All research papers and policy briefs must clearly articulate their connection to national development. This requirement ensures that the knowledge, analysis, and recommendations put forward directly delineate their relevance to issues shaping national development. Contributors must be able to demonstrate the practical and/or policy relevance.
Types of Submissions
Length:
4,000 – 6,000 words (excluding references)
Suitable for:
In-depth studies, case study documentation; evidence-based analysis, long-term scenario building, and visionary proposals
Length:
500 – 2,000 words
Suitable for:
Practical recommendations, emerging issues, pilot ideas, or innovative concepts
Designed to encourage contributions from practitioners, youth, and civil society voices
We encourage contributions across all sectors and disciplines, with emphasis on integrated, innovative, and future-ready solutions
Submission Form: Call for Research Papers & Policy Briefs
The submission deadline is 31st October 2025. There is approximately one month remaining to submit. Please complete all fields.
Submission Guidelines
Open to Maldivian and international researchers, academics, graduate students, professionals, youth, and civil society organisations
Format:
APA or Harvard referencing style for papers; simplified references for briefs
Submission Deadline:
31st October 2025
Selection Criteria:
- • Relevance to NDP themes and priorities
- • Quality of analysis and originality of ideas
- • Use of data and evidence
- • Practicality and applicability of recommendations
- Publication in the Official NDP Research Compendium
- Visibility among policymakers, development partners, academia, and the wider public
- Contribution to shaping the Maldives' long-term development pathway
Review Process & Rights
Subsequent to a review of your submission, the NDP editorial committee will provide feedback, further guidance and editorial commentary to the selected papers. Authors will be required to make suggested amendments prior to the presentation at the Conference or publication in relation to the NDP.
Your Rights:
There is no limit to the number of papers selected for publication, and the same themes may also be selected for multiple papers. We encourage multiple perspectives on the same issues.
You retain ownership and author rights to your submission. For your reassurance, your work will be returned to you following assessment. This ensures transparency in the process while affirming your rights as the author.
By Contributing
You will help ensure the Plan reflects diverse perspectives, evidence-based thinking, and transformative aspirations for a resilient and prosperous Maldives by 2045
This initiative is led by Nexia Maldives as part of our mandate to support the Government of Maldives in developing the NDP
Other Ways to Participate
Beyond research submissions, there are other ways to share your voice and contribute to shaping our nation's future.
Submission Guidelines
Help us make the most of your valuable contributions
Written Submissions
- Be specific about your ideas and recommendations
- Include examples from your community or experience
- Focus on long-term vision and sustainable solutions
- Consider impacts on different communities and groups
Survey Tips
- Answer honestly based on your experience
- Use the comment sections to provide context
- Think about both current needs and future aspirations
- Complete all sections for the most comprehensive input
Every Voice Counts
Your participation helps ensure that the National Development Plan truly reflects the aspirations and needs of all Maldivians. Join thousands of others in shaping our collective future.