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Cross-sectoral innovation for societal challenges
The unique strength of IDEA is that we combine expertise in eight domains to design innovative and cross-sectoral solutions for societal challenges:
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Spotlight
June 25, 2026
Interview with Gilles Cremers
Gilles Cremers (20) is studying Public Administration at Ghent University. As a third-year undergraduate, he undertook a three-month placement at IDEA Consult. He investigated the extent to which local authorities were required to make savings when drawing up the 2026–2031 multi-year plan, and how they went about tackling this challenge. We spoke to Gilles about his first steps in research and consultancy.
Other spotlight items
June 25, 2026
IDEA Consult is SDG Champion!
In June, the IDEA team proudly received the SDG Champion certificate from CIFAL Brussels. A meaningful recognition of the sustainability efforts we have made as an organisation over the past years. But what does that mean exactly?
May 9, 2026
Internship: Research, Innovation & Competitiveness
Looking for a hands-on internship at the intersection of academic research and policy advice?
October 7, 2025
Knowledge at the core: How learning shapes our future
At IDEA Consult, investing in learning isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s part of who we are. Knowledge is our greatest asset and forms the foundation of the value we bring to clients and society.
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