The Governance Reform, Innovation, and Transformation Research Laboratories (GRIT Labs) was established at NCPAG in March 2024, with funding support from the GAA, to foster policy and public sector reform, innovation, and transformation through cross-disciplinary and partnership-based research with government agencies. It has seven (7) thematic areas that conduct research, capacity building, and information, education, and communication (IEC) activities. Working closely with government agencies, it translates insights into practical tools, policies, and programs that strengthen public sector performance and enable impactful change. GRIT Labs has conducted 4 training programs and workshops and trained a total of 207 participants – 136 from NGAs, 32 from LGUs, and 39 from the academe. NCPAG Dean, Dr. Kristoffer B. Berse serves as its Program Director.
