Rushd for Development Foundation

Rushd for Development Foundation (RDF) Established in March 2025 by the Rushd Endowment, RDF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing public policy and national development through evidence-based research, innovation, and behavioral science. The Foundation serves two primary missions: Supporting Government Entities: Rushd partners with public sector institutions to enhance the design and implementation of public policies. Through evidence-based policy design and behavioral interventions (behavioral insights), the Foundation helps improve decision-making, policy effectiveness, and citizen engagement. Developing Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Centers: Rushd fosters national capacity in research and innovation by supporting the establishment and strategic development of RDI centers. These centers aim to drive knowledge-based solutions to societal and economic challenges. With a strong foundation in data, science, and impact-driven methodologies, Rushd for Development Foundation is committed to enabling smarter policies, catalyzing innovation, and contributing to sustainable national progress.