Pragmatic solutions for a complex world · Port Louis, Mauritius
Evidence for better decisions.
Founded in 2001 by professionals qualified in social sciences, Alternet Research & Consulting turns rigorous sociological research into insight that public institutions, businesses and international organisations can act on.
Two decades of social science in practice.
Alternet Company Ltd was founded in 2001 by a group of professionals qualified in social sciences. Operating under the brand Alternet Research & Consulting, the firm has made sociological surveys its core activity — conducting studies and social impact assessments on behalf of public, private and international organisations.
Our clients have included leading commercial corporations, a major media house, and international organisations such as UN-Habitat and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD). Real estate developers have entrusted us with Social Impact Assessments for projects under the Integrated Resort Scheme, now the Property Development Scheme — from luxury residences to a 360-hectare smart city. Our mandates have ranged from the UN-Habitat Mauritius National Urban Profile to the gender component of AFD’s SUNREF green credit line. The firm also provides events consulting: through Gaëtan Abel and Lindsay Morvan, Alternet contributed to the organisation of the Festival International Kréol from 2017 to 2023.
Research and advisory services across the decision cycle.
From first diagnosis to final evaluation — designed for ministries, businesses, NGOs and international agencies.
Research that shapes real decisions.
A sample of studies and mandates delivered across the public, private and civil-society sectors.
Rigour first. Then clarity. Then action.
Listen & frame
We start with your question — scoping the study, the stakeholders and the evidence needed to answer it honestly.
Research & analyse
Mixed-method fieldwork, data collection and analysis conducted to social-science standards, in three languages.
Report & recommend
Findings presented for decision-makers: clear, defensible, and paired with concrete recommendations.
“Faced with rigorous environmental and social sustainability parameters, Alternet Research & Consulting provided the exact framework needed to navigate complex community and stakeholder engagement processes smoothly.”
Our team
The people driving the insights.
A senior team with direct experience across research, policy and communications.
Jérôme Boulle
MANAGING PARTNER
An experienced social science practitioner with a diverse 48-year career spanning urban management, journalism, and sociological field surveying. His educational qualifications include a diploma in French literature, a B.A. in Economics and Management, a Masters in Media Management, and an MBA from IAE de Paris-Sorbonne Business School.
Lindsay Morvan, OSK, MSK
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
An accomplished public-sector executive and consultant with extensive leadership experience across government agencies, NGOs, and corporate environments. As the current CEO of Alternet Research & Consulting Ltd, he directs multidisciplinary teams handling social research, communications, and crisis management. He holds an MBA International from Paris Dauphine-IAE Sorbonne.
Gaëtan Abel
MANAGING PARTNER
A versatile professional with over 35 years in events management, marketing and the performing arts, Gaëtan has managed large-scale venues and directed major cultural productions. An expert in the MICE industry and community development, he holds an MBA from IAE Université de Poitiers.
Contact
Tell us what you need to know.
Whether it’s a policy evaluation, a market study or a communications mandate — the first conversation costs nothing.
Address
29, Rue Edith Cavell, Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius
Phone / WhatsApp
+230 5729 0199
Email
office@alternet.mu