Governance

The Council is governed by a small executive body composed of distinguished doctoral leaders recognized for their contributions to evidence-based reasoning, scientific integrity, and global engagement.

Governance decisions are made through consensus-building, with emphasis on transparency, methodological rigor, and alignment with the Council's core principles. No single institution, government, or interest group exercises control over the Council's direction.

All Council decisions are guided by: commitment to evidence-based reasoning, independence from political, ideological, and commercial pressures, respect for democratic institutions and processes, transparency in methodology and conflicts of interest, and adherence to universal values of freedom, equality, and human dignity.

Decisions that affect the Council's strategic direction or public positions require broad consultation with the membership and are subject to rigorous internal review.

The Council is accountable to its members and to the broader public. It publishes annual reports detailing its activities, financial operations, and strategic priorities.

An independent advisory board, composed of distinguished academics and public figures, provides external oversight and ensures that the Council remains true to its mission and principles.

The Council maintains strict non-partisanship. It does not endorse political candidates, parties, or electoral campaigns. It does not lobby for specific policy outcomes, but rather provides evidence-based frameworks for evaluating policy options.

This neutrality is essential for maintaining credibility and trust across political divides. The Council serves all of society, not particular factions within it.