Insight into the future as a basis for policy today
What will the welfare state look like in the future? How will the Netherlands make its living the future? How can the responsibility of citizens, companies and institutions for physical safety be further stimulated? What does the future have in store for Islam as a political force in the Netherlands and in Europe? How can public interests be safeguarded in tomorrow's society? What place does the Netherlands occupy in the new European Union? These are all examples of national and international issues tackled by the Scientific Council for Government Policy: the WRR
The WRR is an independent advisory body for the government, wich has a unique position within the Dutch knowledge and advice structure. This is due to a combination of characteristics: it is independent, scientific, multi-disciplinary, engaged with policy and society, multi-sectoral and focused on the future. In addition, the Council is a working council, wich means that the members of the Council conduct research and write reports themselves. They are aided by a scientific staff. This brochure describes in brief the task and function of the WRR, its working methods and organization.