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Research and consultancy
Evidence-based answers to policy and development questions, from the field to a plan.
Strong social impact begins with sharp insight. We combine field research with a close reading of the local context to give governments, foundations and organisations answers grounded in both data and lived realities. Whether you're piloting a programme or refining a policy, we work with you from the first question to the final plan.
What partners get
Answers from the field
We go to the field and listen to the people a decision affects.
A plan to act on
Every study ends in clear, practical recommendations.
Support to delivery
We stay on to help turn findings into programmes.
Projects (7)
From filler to specialty: a roadmap for Wayanad Robusta
A market study and business development plan to position Wayanad's coffee, grown by over 2,000 tribal and marginal farmers, as a high-value specialty coffee.
Learning assessment of tribal students, MRS Malampuzha
Why do tribal students drop out after school? A learning and aspiration survey at a residential school for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups found the answer starts early.
Perception study of the 24×7 ON Courts, Kollam
How do litigants and advocates find a court that runs online, round the clock? An independent study of the 24×7 ON Courts pilot.
Market study of pepper and turmeric, Wayanad
A market study to help close to 200 tribal and marginal spice farmers earn more from their pepper and turmeric.
Skill gap study, Majuli and Lakhimpur
What skills, education and livelihoods do people in two Assam districts need? A study to shape Prachodhan's next interventions.
Need assessment for livelihood projects, rural Ernakulam
A field study that turned farmers' own ideas into 20 project proposals for climate-resilient farming and livelihoods.
Strategy and consultancy for S.L.A.T.E
Our first client: strategy, partnerships, fundraising and programme design for S.L.A.T.E's work on Education for Sustainable Development.