Despite the benefits of #openfinance, adoption amongst Brazilian firms has been slow. A new study by IPA tested whether a low cost information intervention can increase uptake.
Read more: bit.ly/4r5zxkh
Despite the benefits of #openfinance, adoption amongst Brazilian firms has been slow. A new study by IPA tested whether a low cost information intervention can increase uptake.
Read more: bit.ly/4r5zxkh
We are grateful to our academic leads Christopher Blattman (Professor at University of Chicago, Harris School of Public Policy) and Rodrigo Canales (Faculty Director, Social Impact Program, Questrom's School of Business) for guiding the Initiative.
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We are looking for rigorous and policy-relevant projects connecting research and practice that address the priority themes outlined in our Research and Learning Agenda and our Call for Proposals.
Explore the Research and Learning Agenda: bit.ly/4rge9Je
Excited to launch the first Call for Proposals of IPA's Citizen Security Research Initiative!
We support rigorous impact evaluations & related research on citizen security, organized crime, law enforcement & justice systems.
Full proposals are due April 15.
Learn more and apply: bit.ly/4cTA6Ki
This long-term partnership focuses on building internal analytical capacity so data informs real decisions — not just reports.
Learn more about Embedded Labs:
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Today, we concluded a collaborative two-week Comprehensive Assessment Management Information System (CAMIS) capacity-building and report writing workshop — combining hands-on Python training with the joint drafting of the Term 1 student learning assessment report.
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Strong education systems run on strong data — and strong institutions.
Through our Embedded Evidence & Learning Lab partnership with Rwanda’s National Examination and Schools Inspection Authority (NESA), IPA is strengthening how education data is analyzed and used.
Call for Applications are still open for Partnerships for Tech in Education (P4T-Ed) Round 4.
Selected EdTechs receive hands-on advisory support on evidence, data systems, testing, and learning.
Deadline: Friday, Feb 27
Apply: bit.ly/3LO4Kde
Firms weren’t just influenced by information. They were influenced by each other.
Watch: bit.ly/468W1Jo
Read: poverty-action.org/social-learn...
How do new, climate-friendly technologies spread within industries?
With IPA, researchers Ritam Chaurey, Gaurav Nayyar, Siddharth Sharma, and Eric Verhoogen studied leather goods manufacturers in Bangladesh to understand how awareness, and proximity, shape adoption of energy-efficient servo motors.
The webinar convenes DepEd Philippines leaders, funders, & implementers to share insights on building strong gov't partnerships, ensuring program sustainability, & creating practical pathways for institutionalizing evidence-based innovations.
Feb 24, 2026 | 4:00 PM (PH)
Register: bit.ly/4rN3vKE
Join us with HundrED to learn how mEducation is being institutionalized within the Department of Education Philippines.
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You may be a good fit for P4T-Ed Round 4 if you’re an EdTech org that:
• operates in low- and middle-income countries
• has a clear pedagogical approach
• wants to strengthen how evidence informs decisions
• is refining or scaling a digital learning solution
Apply by Feb 27: bit.ly/3LO4Kde
Holistic early childhood dev't starts with empowering families.
IPA Uganda & partners are advancing Two-Generation models that strengthen caregiver–child wellbeing & building evidence through Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) for policy impact.
More on IPA Uganda: poverty-action.org/uganda
Last month, IPA explored research collaboration & funding opportunities with university researchers from Ecuador, part of IPA’s Research Collaboration Initiative to strengthen regional research networks in Latin America. We shared findings on Venezuelan migrants’ livelihoods in Peru. bit.ly/4rmztwZ
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How does caregiver mental health shape early childhood development?
On Jan. 27, 9-10am EST, join us explore this critical question with research from China, Colombia & Ethiopia. Part of IPA's Thrive Through Play Community of Practice
Register here: bit.ly/3NXdkXt
IPA’s latest survey reveals that digital financial services fraud costs Kenyans an estimated $280M each year—and that’s just one part of the consumer protection challenge.
Our new report uncovers risks from transparency gaps to dispute resolution issues.
Explore further: bit.ly/48H5JDh
Reminder: Join the Human Trafficking Research Initiative (HTRI) Wed, Jan 21 at 10:00 AM ET for a webinar sharing new insights from HTRI-funded research over the past 5 years.
Register: poverty-action.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#HumanTraffickingResearch
Two years after our Global Refugee Forum pledge, IPA has supported 80+ studies advancing evidence on refugee economic inclusion and social protection.
From Uganda to Jordan to Ethiopia, research is helping shape smarter displacement responses.
Learn more: bit.ly/3YCNyKp
Save the date: Join us on January 21 at 10 am ET for a webinar on updates to the human trafficking evidence.
We’ll discuss promising interventions, what shapes effectiveness, and remaining research gaps.
Register here: poverty-action.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
IPA and the U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons just released a new Evidence Brief from 5 years of research across 17 countries—highlighting promising interventions, key lessons, and evidence gaps.
Read the full Evidence Brief here: bit.ly/48rUCPP
What’s the most scalable way to support teachers?
New evidence from Ghana suggests training school leaders as in-school coaches—supported by simple edtech—can significantly improve teaching quality.
Read more on early results from an A/B test with Inspiring Teachers: bit.ly/4qgPy6R
AI is reshaping how dev't data is collected & used.
At the World Bank’s “Better Data for Better Jobs and Lives” conf. (Dec 8–9), IPA’s Steven Glazerman & Dr. Nouréini Sayouti will highlight how rigorous methods and responsible innovation can improve data for better decisions.
More: bit.ly/4rseyta
Dec 9–10: IPA's Niall Keleher (nkeleher.com) joins @cgdev.org & The Agency Fund Working Group in London to set standards for evaluating AI tools in low- and middle-income countries + share IPA’s work building ethical, scalable data systems.
IPA's Research & Data Science Hub: data.poverty-action.org
Many Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) systems focus on reporting instead of learning. But in today’s funding climate, learning-focused MEL is the smartest investment: it helps organizations adapt faster, avoid waste, and scale what works.
Read more in our new blog. bit.ly/4osb86Z
Great to see IPA Founder Dean Karlan featured in @vox.com's Future Perfect 25.
A powerful reminder that evidence, cost-effectiveness, and impact must stay at the center of development efforts.
Read the full feature: www.vox.com/future-perfe...
Because of their moral authority and trusted voice in society, faith leaders are becoming champions for violence prevention.
Becoming One, grounded in Biblical principles, is significantly reducing intimate partner violence in Uganda.
Read more: ipa.shorthandstories.com/becoming-one/
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How can evidence strengthen digital public infrastructure?
At the Global #DPISummit, IPA’s Hussam Razi shared insights on building implementer–researcher partnerships, measuring DPI’s real impact, and what we’re learning from instant payment systems.
Read more: poverty-action.org/measuring-di...
A market woman in Nigeria shows off money made from her trade
On Nov 20, IPA Nigeria hosts a workshop on “Advancing Women’s Access to Credit and Capital,” bringing together policymakers, lenders, and women’s business networks to share evidence on what works globally and locally to close financial inclusion gaps.
Learn more: poverty-action.org/ipa-hosts-wo...