Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning through Research

Our MEL Services

Monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) are essential components of any development program or intervention. They provide valuable information about the effectiveness and impact of a program, helping to inform decisions about future interventions.

Third-Party Evaluations

Third-party evaluations involve engaging an external agency to assess a program's performance and impact. We conduct independent reviews that provide an objective assessment of effectiveness — identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. They are particularly useful for large-scale programs involving multiple stakeholders and complex interventions.

Lot Quality Assessment Surveys

LQA surveys are rapid assessment tools used to monitor and evaluate program performance by sampling a small number of individuals or households on a specific indicator. They quickly assess impact and flag areas needing attention — ideal for rapidly evolving programs or those with limited MEL resources.

KAP Studies

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices studies assess how individuals or communities understand and respond to a particular issue or intervention, using surveys, focus group discussions, or interviews. KAP studies identify gaps and inform targeted interventions — especially for health programs involving behavior change.

Household Surveys

Household surveys collect data on a range of indicators from representative samples. They measure program impact on outcomes such as health, education, or income, and provide detailed household-level information to design targeted interventions for large-scale programs.

Maternal & Child Health Program Development

Maternal and Child Health is a critical focus of our research practice — spanning prenatal care, maternal and child nutrition, immunization, and family planning. We design, implement, and evaluate programs to improve MCH outcomes, grounded in a deep understanding of local social, cultural, and economic contexts and built in collaboration with health workers, community leaders, and women's groups.

Policy Advice & Performance Evaluation

We support policymakers with research to inform decisions, analysis of existing policies, and recommendations for new ones — combining an understanding of the political landscape with a strong evidence base. Our performance evaluations rigorously assess the effectiveness of programs, policies, and interventions to continuously improve outcomes for women and children.