soft power
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CPD Research Fellow Ian Thomas outlines an integrated, long-term evaluation toolbox for soft power & PD activities.
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CPD Research Fellow Ian Thomas has developed evidence tools to help PD practitioners in the field measure and evaluate soft power.
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Principal Investigator:
Yoav Dubinsky, CPD Research Fellow 2021-23
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Principal Investigator:
Elisabeth King, CPD Research Fellow 2021-23
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