The ICTD is an independent research centre focused on improving tax policy and administration in lower-income countries. It is led by Dr Wilson Prichard and supported by UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, Norad and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

The ICTD supports their partners in raising more revenue to fund public services in ways that are equitable, efficient, and strengthen accountability.
In this way, their efforts contribute to advancing sustainable development by reducing inequality, fostering inclusive growth, and enhancing governance.
Key ICTD research themes
- International tax
- Subnational and Property Tax
- Gender and tax
- Tax, Welfare and Inequality
- Tax and Governance
- Informal Tax
- Tax Administration and Compliance
ICTD programmes
- DIGITAX Research Programme
- Local Govt. Revenue Initiative
- Ethiopian Tax Research Network
- Nigerian Tax Research Network
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