The Institute for Social and Economic Research (ISER) is an independent, non-profit organisation that undertakes research and disseminates information on a range of socio-economic issues. Initiatives are aimed at national and local reconstruction and development, in particular in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. Areas of research include:
- conservation and development
- land reform and land tenure
- natural resource management
- governance and civil society
- poverty and basic needs
The institute also organises conferences, workshops and seminars. Information about upcoming conferences is available on the website. The website also provides information about accessing research reports and other publications by the institute.