Research & Evidence Projects

Research & Evidence Projects

Evidence that helps organizations make better decisions.

Introduction

What this work is about

We deliver research and evidence projects that help partners understand needs, test assumptions, measure results and improve programs. Our work can combine quantitative and qualitative methods, monitoring and evaluation, evidence reviews and clear communication of findings for decision-makers and non-technical audiences.

Goal

To generate credible, useful evidence that strengthens program design, decision-making, learning and impact.

Activities

What We Do

  • 01

    Needs assessments and baseline studies

  • 02

    Literature and evidence reviews

  • 03

    Surveys, interviews and focus groups

  • 04

    Monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks

  • 05

    Process and outcome evaluations

  • 06

    Data analysis and insight reports

  • 07

    Research briefs and evidence summaries

  • 08

    Learning and dissemination activities

Direction

Objectives

  1. 1

    Define research questions linked to real decisions.

  2. 2

    Use methods appropriate to the question and context.

  3. 3

    Generate actionable findings and recommendations.

  4. 4

    Strengthen monitoring, evaluation and learning systems.

  5. 5

    Communicate evidence clearly to relevant audiences.

Partners & Participants

Who We Work With

  • NGOs
  • Health organizations
  • Social enterprises
  • Funders
  • Academic partners
  • Public programs
  • Community organizations

Results

Expected Outcomes

  • Clearer understanding of needs and gaps
  • Stronger project design
  • More credible outcome measurement
  • Actionable recommendations
  • Better evidence for improvement and scale

How We Work

Our Approach

We start by understanding the need, the intended audience and the delivery context. We then define clear activities and responsibilities, work with relevant stakeholders, monitor progress and use feedback to improve delivery. Where appropriate, we also support documentation, handover and future development so that useful learning continues beyond the immediate project.

Get Involved

If you are planning a related initiative, looking for an implementation partner or interested in supporting this area of work, we would be pleased to hear about your priorities and explore how we can work together.

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