Community Development

System Level Impact Evaluation Report on Categorization-based Farmer ID (FID) System in Nepal

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Sectors: Agriculture, Community Development, Gender Equality, Livelihoods, Social Justice
Languages: English
Country: Nepal
Evaluation Type: Impact Evaluation, Systems Level Impact Evaluation
Keywords: Agriculture Policy, CARE Nepal, Farmer ID Card, Impact Evaluation, Marginalized Farmers, systems-level impact

This report highlights CARE's transformative initiatives through the Farmer Identity (FID) Card system, which significantly benefitted landless individuals, women, persons with disabilities, Dalits, Janajatis, and other marginalized groups in Nepal. Conducted from May to June 2024, the comprehensive impact evaluation utilized a participatory approach and contribution analysis to assess the impacts of the FID system. Key findings illustrate how the FID Card system has been integrated into local and federal agriculture policies, enhancing access to services for marginalized farmers and empowering communities. The report details the significant changes in agriculture policy, improved accountability, reduced discrimination, and enhanced social norms resulting from the intervention. The evaluation also identifies challenges and sustainability factors, providing actionable recommendations for future advocacy and implementation strategies.

Total Page Count: 67 Read More...

Final Evaluation Report: Kosovo Youth Participation

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Sectors: Community Development, Gender Equality, Social Justice, Youth Participation
Languages: English
Country: Kosovo
Evaluation Type: Impact Evaluation
Keywords: Civil Society, Democratic Engagement, Gender Equality, Kosovo, Rural Youth, Social Justice, Youth Participation

The Kosovo Youth Participation (KYP) project, funded by the European Union, aims to enhance the active participation of youth in Kosovo, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds in rural areas. The project focuses on three main objectives: empowering youth to participate in decision-making processes, enhancing employability through skills development, and fostering democratic dialogue while promoting gender equality. The final evaluation assessed the project’s relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability, highlighting successful outcomes such as increased youth engagement, improved employability, and strengthened local organizations. Despite some challenges, the project effectively mobilized youth and enhanced their self-perception as active citizens, laying a foundation for long-term sustainability.
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EJERCICIO DE REVISIÓN DESPUES DE LA ACCIÓN

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Sectors: climate change resilience, Community Development, Environmental Sustainability, Gender Equality
Languages: Spanish
Country: Guatemala
Evaluation Type: ASSESSMENT REPORT
Keywords: Biocultural Projects, Climate Change, Community Participation, Ecosystems, Environmental Policies, Evaluation, Forest Conservation, Forest Governance, Resilience, Restoration, Sustainable Development, Vulnerability

The evaluation report outlines the efforts of the Climate Change and Resilience Program, which focuses on enhancing the capacities of vulnerable populations to manage extreme climate events and other natural disasters. One significant project aims to conserve and restore forest landscapes in the municipalities of La Reforma, El Quetzal, and Colomba Costa Cuca. This initiative seeks to build on previous conservation efforts by strengthening local governance through the establishment of Environmental Management Units. Key activities include the formulation of municipal environmental policies and the reactivation of stakeholder dialogue to ensure community participation. Additionally, the project supports community-level training for volunteer promoters and the implementation of biocultural productive projects that diversify agroforestry systems. Running from December 1, 2022, to May 31, 2024, the project covers 33 communities and is funded by the Tropical Forest Conservation Fund (FCA).

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SAA Post-Training Impact Evaluation for the MARTAWA ZUROMAYE Project

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Sectors: Community Development, Education, GBV, Gender Equality, Social Justice
Languages: English
Country: Niger, Nigeria
Evaluation Type: Impact Evaluation
Keywords: Early Forced Marriage (EFM), Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C), Gender-based violence (GBV), Social Analysis and Action (SAA), Survivor-Centered Approaches

The evaluation report assesses the impact of the SAA (Social Analysis and Action) training conducted under the MARTAWA ZUROMAYE project, aimed at empowering gender-based violence (GBV) survivors and enhancing their capacity to respond to issues such as early forced marriage (EFM) and female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). The evaluation found that 83% of participants retained knowledge and demonstrated shifts in attitudes regarding GBV after training. It also emphasizes the need for refresher trainings to maintain the effectiveness of the SAA model, using real-life experiences to deepen understanding.

Total Page Count: 20

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Best Approaches from the Disaster READY Project Phase II to be Replicated at Scale by Government and/or Other Partners

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Sectors: climate change resilience, Community Development, Emergency|Humanitarian Aid, Gender Equality, Risk Reduction
Languages: English
Country: Timor-Leste
Evaluation Type: Research Study
Keywords: Climate resilience, Community Engagement, Disaster risk management, Gender Inclusion, localization, Scalability, Vulnerability

This report analyzes best practices in Disaster Risk Management (DRM) derived from the second phase of the Disaster READY Project (DRP II), implemented by five agencies under the Australian Humanitarian Partnership (AHP). It identifies approaches that can be effectively scaled by the government and other partners in Timor-Leste, focusing on the inclusion of vulnerable populations. The evaluation investigates the effectiveness, inclusiveness, and localization of various project implementation strategies. Among the highlighted activities, Community Action Planning (CAP), Small Scale Disaster Mitigation Activities (SSDRMA), and Participatory Community Risk Assessment (PCRA) emerge as the most successful, showcasing a significant impact on community resilience and disaster preparedness while emphasizing the importance of local engagement and support for vulnerable groups.

Donor: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), Australian Government
Total Page Count: 39

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Mid-Term Evaluation of the Hamzari Resilience Food Security Activity in Niger – Volume II

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Sectors: Community Development, Food and Nutrition Security
Languages: English
Country: Niger
Evaluation Type: MID TERM EVALUATION
Keywords: Community Clinics, Community Health Care Providers (CHCP), Disability, Government Safety Net Programs, Health Equity, Marginalized Groups, Nutrition Outcomes, Respectful Care, Women’s Mobility

The Mid-Term Evaluation (MTE) of the Hamzari Resilience Food Security Activity represents a crucial assessment of the program's effectiveness and impact in addressing food insecurity and malnutrition among vulnerable populations in Niger. This evaluation, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), aims to comprehensively analyze the implementation strategies, outcomes, and overall quality of the Hamzari program, which operates within a multi-faceted framework designed to improve food security and nutrition for marginalized groups, including women, youth, and persons with disabilities.

The MTE serves as a critical tool for identifying the strengths and weaknesses of the program's interventions, exploring areas of success while also pinpointing challenges that may hinder progress. By focusing on qualitative and quantitative indicators, the evaluation aims to provide evidence-based recommendations for enhancing program design and delivery in the remaining years of implementation. Key objectives include assessing service delivery quality, identifying intended and unintended changes in target communities, and evaluating the efficiency of cross-sectoral strategies, particularly those addressing gender and youth engagement.

Page No: 120
Donor: U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Read More...

Disaster READY Project Phase Two – CARE Baseline Report (English)

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Sectors: climate change resilience, Community Development, Emergency|Humanitarian Aid, Gender Equality, Risk Reduction
Languages: English
Country: Timor-Leste
Evaluation Type: Baseline
Keywords: Climate change adaptation, community capacity, Disaster risk management, early warning systems, inclusive governance, Women's Empowerment

The Disaster READY Project (DRP) is a five-year initiative (2022-2026), funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) of the Australian Government, aimed at strengthening the capacity of communities, local civil society organizations, and government entities in Timor-Leste to effectively prepare for and respond to disasters while addressing climate change challenges. Implemented by five Australian Humanitarian Partnership (AHP) INGOs, including CARE, the project targets 20,729 individuals, with CARE focusing on 7,575 community members in Viqueque Municipality across several administrative posts. The baseline survey conducted in late 2022 involved 141 community members, including individuals with disabilities, and aimed to assess knowledge of disaster preparedness plans, local civil society capacity, and government effectiveness in disaster response. Key findings highlighted the need for improved awareness of early warning systems, the establishment of active disaster management committees, and enhanced capacity among local civil society to manage disaster preparedness efforts. The report emphasizes the importance of inclusive planning processes, particularly regarding gender and disability considerations, and suggests integrating disaster risk reduction into broader community and climate adaptation strategies to foster resilience against natural disasters and climate change impacts.

Donor: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), Australian Government
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Disaster READY Project Phase I- Endline Evaluation Report (English)

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Sectors: climate change resilience, Community Development, Emergency|Humanitarian Aid, Gender Equality, Risk Reduction
Languages: English
Country: Timor-Leste
Evaluation Type: Endline Report
Keywords: community action plans, disaster preparedness, Disaster READY, humanitarian capability, inclusive governance, timor-leste

The Endline Evaluation Report for the Disaster READY Project assesses the project implemented by the Australian Humanitarian Partnership consortium in Timor-Leste from 2018 to 2022, led by CARE and involving partners such as Caritas Australia, Oxfam, Plan International, and World Vision. Aimed at enhancing local humanitarian capabilities, the project focused on community-based disaster risk management (CBDRM) and inclusivity for women, people with disabilities (PWDs), youth, and effective coordination among stakeholders across nine municipalities. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the evaluation revealed significant increases in community knowledge of disaster risks, the establishment of effective coordination structures (DMCs), and improved representation of marginalized groups. The project successfully implemented early warning systems, with local leaders actively disseminating information. Concluding that the project fostered a paradigm shift in attitudes toward marginalized groups in disaster preparedness, the report recommends future efforts to enhance capacity building, integrate early warning systems, and advocate for including resilience and livelihood initiatives in disaster risk management.

Donor: Australian Humanitarian Partnership (AHP)
Total Page Count: 44 Read More...

CARE West Africa: Women’s Collective Voice – Global Report FY2017-21

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Sectors: Climate Adaptation, Community Development, Emergency|Humanitarian Aid, Financial Inclusion, Gender Equality, Livelihoods, Social Justice, Women's Economic Empowerment, Youth Participation
Languages: English
Country: Côte D'Ivoire, Ghana, Mali, Niger, West Africa
Evaluation Type: Special Evaluation/Report
Keywords: Advocacy, Economic Empowerment, Gender Transformation, Solidarity Groups, Women's Collective Voice, Women's Rights

The CARE West Africa: Women’s Collective Voice - Global Report FY2017-21 outlines the Women on the Move (WOM) initiative, which empowers women and girls through the mobilization of savings groups, known as solidarity groups, to assert their rights and enhance their socio-economic status. By fostering connections among these groups and building alliances with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), the initiative promotes gender equality and social justice. The report highlights the ambitious goal of positively impacting 8 million women and girls by increasing their participation in decision-making processes and advocating for policies that benefit them. Notable successes include partnerships with private sector actors, such as Mars Wrigley Confectionery, and the integration of the Village Savings & Loan model into national strategies across several West African countries. Additionally, the WOM initiative has strengthened women’s leadership during crises, such as COVID-19, and improved their access to formal financial institutions, showcasing the transformative power of collective action in achieving gender justice.

Total Page Count: 26 Read More...

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