Independent, networked, analytically led

From complex evidence to usable knowledge

Strategic communication, evaluation and information integrity for organisations working for the public good.

What we do

Strategic communication

Strategies and communication systems that cut through complexity and build understanding with the audiences that matter.

Evaluation and learning

Evaluations that surface what works, why and for whom, turning evidence into better decisions and stronger programmes.

Information integrity

Analysis of information risks, manipulation and resilience, translated into practical systems and decisions.

Evidence into stories

Dense research shaped into clear, compelling reports, briefs, editorial products and animated explainers.

Training and facilitation

Participatory workshops and tailored learning experiences that build skills, confidence and shared understanding.

Who we help

We partner with purpose-driven organisations working to improve lives, strengthen societies and protect the public interest.

  • EU and international institutions

    Donor organisations and global initiatives.

  • Civil society

    Non-governmental organisations, networks and foundations leading change.

  • Research and consultancy partners

    Teams needing specialist support, analytical leadership or evidence communication.

Embedded expertise

Regional experience is crucial, shaping the questions we ask, the evidence we trust, and how we communicate.

Middle East and North AfricaDeep regional grounding and long-standing relationships.

Central AfricaField experience, local networks and conflict-sensitive analysis.

EuropeBridging institutional, political and public audiences.

Linguistic and cultural embeddednessWorking across English, Dutch, French, German and Arabic.

Selected work

A small selection of completed work showing how our different areas of expertise come together in practice.

Information integrity and FIMI

Analytical leadership for an FCDO-supported programme

Technical leadership, workflow design and quality assurance for an assignment examining foreign information manipulation and interference in Jordan.

Evaluation and learning

Evaluation evidence for EU practitioners

Research findings translated into practitioner briefs, calls to action and animated explainers for the European Commission’s development work.

Strategic communication

Communication strategy in conflict-affected settings

Communication approaches evaluated and upgraded for organisations working in complex humanitarian and development environments, including Libya.

Information integrity

In a world of noise and uncertainty, trustworthy information is essential to democratic dialogue and effective action.

We help organisations assess risk, strengthen information systems and build the skills and partnerships needed to respond to manipulation without flattening complexity.

Explore our approach

Specialists assembled around the brief

MakeShiftPublishing is an independent consultancy. We assemble trusted specialists around each assignment, combining analytical leadership with regional, linguistic and technical expertise.

Work with us

Insights

Analysis and practical lessons on evidence, communication and information integrity.

Coming soon Open Insights

Selected clients and partners

Let’s make the complex useful

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