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Social Impact Management


Community based research for participatory and inclusive program implementation
<p>Our work engages communities and builds local capacities to undertake monitoring and evaluation activities, to collectively address critical social and economic challenges. Case Example The E-participation platforms we offer (involving participatory videos, community web talks, virtual games, and networking) are useful tools to connect with vulnerable groups online and establish digital initiatives. Assignment Type: Social Impact […]</p>
May 11, 20201 min read


Phone Surveys for rapid assessments and relevant program (re)design
<p>For uninterrupted and efficient project supervision, monitoring, and evaluation, we have strengthened systems to undertake rapid, remote data collection and phone-based surveys. Case Example Despite methodological limitations, phone surveys are a very powerful tool to keep in close touch with beneficiaries, generate data to make evidence-based decisions, and design the right solutions. Assignment Type: Social Impact […]</p>
May 11, 20201 min read


8 steps to building a strong Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework for social programs
<p>We work with several organisations to build Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) frameworks. These frameworks enable saving resources and time, reducing paperwork, facilitating administrative steps, quickening project-related communications, and enabling near real-time data collecting to inform decision-making and create result-oriented programmes. 8 steps to building a strong MEL framework for social programmes followed by 4th Wheel […]</p>
Apr 30, 20201 min read


Understanding Community Based Research
<p>There was a slum community where a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) was working on eradicating malaria and dengue. However, the NGO did not receive the expected outcomes from their project. Hence, a research organisation was tasked to identify the problems that the people had in accessing their services. The NGO then used different tools with various […]</p>
Mar 12, 20203 min read


Collaborative efforts are key for achieving post-disaster development: A brief look at Kerala floods
<p>Post natural disasters, countries should focus on rebuilding their infrastructure and resources, stronger and faster, and in an inclusive manner so that post-disaster support reaches all sections of the society. This will not only ensure that people restore their income and assets as early as possible, but also mitigate long-term consequences in domains such as […]</p>
Aug 29, 20195 min read


Understanding Inclusive Urbanization
<p>Slums aren’t a rare sight in Mumbai. But every time I came across one, only two things came up to my mind – how did these illegal structures come up and how do people manage without basic amenities like water and sanitation? But I never pondered about it beyond that. Through my internship at the […]</p>
May 28, 20192 min read


10 Reasons why organisations need a Theory of Change!
<p>Theory of Change (ToC) is essentially a comprehensive description and illustration of how and why the desired change is expected to happen in a particular context. Articulate your ‘Change Mission’ for more effective fundraising – Articulating the problem your organisation wants to solve and how your organisation solves it, improves grant-receiving opportunities. ToC is a […]</p>
Nov 10, 20182 min read


Using SMART indicators to evidence impact!
<p>Good programme planning, combined with effective monitoring and evaluation, enhances the impact of development programmes. This idea is represented by the popular and strategic approach of Results-Based Management (RBM), increasingly being used by several governments and charitable organisations across the globe. A strong RBM system focuses on the ‘life cycle’ of programmes, where ‘results’ are […]</p>
Nov 10, 20183 min read


Maternal and Neonatal Mortality - The Challenges and Potential Solutions
<p>Targets 3.1 and 3.2 of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 – good health for all – sets indicators for reducing the global maternal mortality rate (MMR) to less than 70 per 1,00,000 live births and global neonatal mortality rate (NMR) to as low as 12 per 1000 live births by 2030. Closer home, the National […]</p>
Oct 9, 20183 min read


Research Findings from Cuffe Parade Slums, Mumbai
<p>Sharing findings of the needs assessment study undertaken for the Cuffe Parade Slums in Mumbai.</p>
Nov 24, 20171 min read


Taking Innovation to the Frontline of Maternal and Newborn Healthcare
<p>“It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver” – Mahatma Gandhi From policymakers to philosophers, health has always been used as a gold standard indicator for how well a country is developing. For professionals working in the development sector, one of the most commonly used indicators to show the level […]</p>
Nov 1, 20173 min read


Understanding Real World Evaluation!
<p>One of the best moments of my recent trip to Bhutan was the pleasure of spending time and having fantastic conversations with Jim Rugh, co-author of the book ‘RealWorld Evaluation’. The RealWorld Evaluation approach was developed specifically to address the need for practical strategies on how to ensure the highest level of methodological rigour, consistent […]</p>
Jul 11, 20172 min read
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