Institutet För Arbetsmarknadspolitisk Utvärdering IFAU

Sweden · Research

The Institutet för arbetsmarknadspolitisk utvärdering (IFAU), or the Institute for Evaluation of Labour Market and Education Policy, is a state-owned research institute in Sweden. Operating under the Swedish Ministry of Employment, IFAU focuses on conducting scientific evaluations related to the labor market, education, and social security. IFAU specializes in quantitative effect studies using register data and publishes reports in Swedish and working papers in English. The institute also awards research grants annually to support studies in its key focus areas, which include labor market policies, education outcomes, and social security. IFAU's research aims to inform policymakers and government agencies, contributing to the development of effective policies that benefit the public and stakeholders in these sectors. Additionally, IFAU engages in method development to enhance its analytical capabilities and improve policy impact evaluations.