ABOUT dRi
Development Research Initiative (dRi) is a leading independent consultancy, research, and evaluation center. dRi conducts dynamic research and analysis on a wide range of issues related to development, international aid, NGOs, markets, and the state. Since its inception in 2012, dRi has completed a wide array of research projects, building its reputation for generating high-quality evidence of what works in development practice. dRi research is intellectually stimulating and effective for the development of practitioners and policy reformers, by applying academic skills and creativity to real-world challenges. dRi offers the rare combination of academics and exceedingly trained field researchers, with expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, tools and techniques. Offering a wide range of immaculately trained field researchers and experienced academicians, till date dRi has proudly accomplished more than 275 research projects, worked with 120+ development partners, and has contributed to more than 15 thematic areas.
Our Research process

1. Sound Methodology
dRi applies robust quantitative tools for counterfactual analysis, including Randomized Control Trials (RCT)

2. Instrument Development
dRi develops the data collection tools in close conjunction with the partner, and in alignment with the research

3. Interactive Training
The need for quality of data cannot be overemphasized
in conducting any primary research. A thorough training

4. Data Collection
On deployment to the field, dRi’s data collection team is typically billeted inside the target community. In addition

5. Data Management
dRi’s in-house team is capable to develop survey software for various data collection platforms such as Survey

6. Data Analysis
dRi consisted a strong team with various academic background for data analysis of both qualitative and quantitative

7. Computer Assisted Telephone Interviewing (CATI)
Computer Assisted Telephone Interviewing (CATI) is an interviewing mode in which an electronic device

8. Online Base Training
Due to COVID19, dRi initiated Work from Home for all staffs. Also, on-site training session is not a rational choice

9. Findings Presentation
dRi presents findings in two steps. The first is the preliminary findings presentation, where data trends…
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