Our Areas of Expertise

Agriculture, Food Systems & Rural Livelihoods

Supporting resilient livelihoods, sustainable agriculture, food security, and inclusive rural development through evidence-informed interventions and systems strengthening.

Areas of Work

  • Agriculture and Rural Development
  • Farmer Livelihood Assessments
  • Food Security Studies
  • Nutrition-sensitive Agriculture
  • Climate-smart Agriculture
  • Agroecology and Sustainable Farming
  • Agricultural Value Chain Analysis
  • Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs)
  • Market Systems Assessments
  • Rural Enterprise Development
  • Digital Agriculture
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Farmer Learning and Extension Systems

Key Projects

01

Endline Evaluation of Su-POSHAN Initiative

IGSSS
Oct 2023 – Feb 2024

We conducted an endline evaluation of the Su-POSHAN initiative across eight Indian states to assess improvements in nutrition outcomes through integrated interventions in agriculture, livelihoods, and nutrition systems.

02

Study on Seed Systems for Wheat in Bihar

ICRISAT
Jul 2023 – Mar 2024

We examined the structure and performance of wheat seed systems in Bihar, analysing seed value chains, varietal replacement, adoption barriers, and the role of public and private stakeholders.

03

Developing Blueprint for Lifelong Learning for Farmers (2026–2035)

COL-CEMCA
Dec 2025 – Ongoing

We are developing a long-term blueprint for institutionalising lifelong learning systems for farmers through digital technologies, climate-resilient agriculture, artificial intelligence, and multi-stakeholder partnerships.

Social Protection, Climate Resilience & Disaster Risk Reduction

Strengthening systems that enhance resilience, protect vulnerable populations, and support climate-adaptive, risk-informed development through inclusive social protection, disaster preparedness, and systems strengthening.

Areas of Work

  • Social Protection Systems Strengthening
  • Adaptive Social Protection
  • Labour, Migration & Informal Economy
  • Climate Adaptation & Community Resilience
  • Disaster Risk Reduction & Recovery
  • Climate Risk, Governance & Finance
  • Renewable Energy & Social Safeguards

Key Projects

01

Social Protection Crisis Response Programme - National Advisor

KfW
Nov 2020 – Jan 2022

We provided strategic advisory and coordination support for the Social Protection Crisis Response Programme implemented by the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India.

02

Women's Access to Social Protection During Disasters

UNICEF India & NDMA
Nov 2023 – May 2024

We developed a policy paper examining how social protection systems and disaster financing mechanisms can better address the needs of women during disasters.

03

Engendering Humanitarian Cash Transfers During Disasters: Lessons & Opportunities

DBRC-CAPL
2025

We analysed humanitarian cash transfer programmes in disaster-affected regions of Andhra Pradesh to assess their responsiveness to gender and social inclusion.

Health, Nutrition & WASH

Strengthening systems that improve health, nutrition, care, and wellbeing outcomes across the life cycle.

Areas of Work

  • Maternal and Child Health
  • Nutrition
  • Public Health Systems
  • Adolescent Health
  • Behaviour Change Communication
  • Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
  • Community Health Systems
  • Health Equity and Inclusion
  • Service Delivery Assessments
  • Vision Health
  • Health Financing and Insurance
  • Care Systems
  • Waste Management and Circular Systems

Key Projects

01

Evaluation of Communication Strategies for Improving Access to Tuberculosis Healthcare

Mylan-AIDENT
Dec 2021 – Mar 2022

Evaluated the effectiveness of communication strategies designed to improve awareness, access, and utilisation of tuberculosis healthcare services under the DOTS programme in Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh.

02

Needs Assessment – Jammu & Kashmir

HDFC Bank Parivartan
2025

Conducted a comprehensive health systems needs assessment across healthcare facilities in Jammu & Kashmir to evaluate infrastructure, service readiness, workforce capacities, and gaps in healthcare delivery.

Education, Skills, Employment & Learning Systems

Strengthening education systems, workforce readiness, lifelong learning, and employment opportunities through research, evaluation, and programme support.

Areas of Work

  • School Education
  • Foundational Learning
  • Secondary Education
  • Higher Education
  • Skills Development
  • Employability and Workforce Development
  • Labour Market Studies
  • Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
  • Entrepreneurship Development
  • Future of Work Research
  • Youth Development Programmes
  • Lifelong Learning Systems
  • Open and Distance Learning

Key Projects

01

Skilling for Future: Skill Profiles in Public Sector Enterprises within SCOPE

ILO
Jan 2023 – May 2024

Assessed current and emerging workforce skill requirements across India's Public Sector Enterprises in strategic sectors including energy, manufacturing, construction, metals, minerals, and services.

02

Diagnostic Study on Fundamental Principles & Rights at Work in Carpet, Handicraft & Food Processing Sectors

ILO Afghanistan
Jul–Nov 2025

Conducted a diagnostic assessment of working conditions, labour rights, occupational safety and health, and employment practices across the carpet, handicraft, and food processing sectors in Northern Afghanistan.

03

Impact Assessment of Reliance Foundation School, Lodhivali

RFS Lodhivali
2025 – 2026

Assessed the impact of Reliance Foundation School, Lodhivali on educational quality and institutional development. The study examined academic outcomes, digital readiness, innovation ecosystems, and teaching practices.

Public Policy, Governance & Government Advisory

Supporting governments and development partners in designing, implementing, and strengthening policies, programmes, and institutions through evidence-informed decision making.

Areas of Work

  • Public Policy Research and Analysis
  • Governance Assessments
  • Institutional Strengthening
  • Programme Design and Operational Frameworks
  • Decentralised Governance
  • Public Finance and Budgeting
  • Government Systems Strengthening
  • Policy Briefs and Knowledge Products
  • Strategy Development and Roadmaps
  • Capacity Building Frameworks
  • Training Needs Assessments
  • Public Service Delivery Reviews
  • Evidence-based Decision Support

Key Projects

01

Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Secretariat Model of CGPP and its Relevance for Public Health Programmes around the Global Health Security Agenda

CGPP
Jan–May 2022

Evaluated the effectiveness of the Secretariat Model adopted by the Core Group on Polio Programme (CGPP) through key informant interviews with programme directors, managers, INGOs, local partners, and government stakeholders.

02

Advancing Gender Budgeting in Select States in India

UN Women India
May 2021 – Dec 2022

Supported UN Women India in strengthening Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB) across select states through policy advisory, institutional strengthening, and digital governance solutions.

Care Economy & Gender Equality

Advancing gender-equitable systems and care-responsive approaches that strengthen wellbeing, economic participation, and inclusive development.

Areas of Work

  • Childcare and Creche Systems
  • Care Economy Assessments
  • Women's Economic Empowerment
  • Time-use and Unpaid Care Studies
  • Gender Analysis
  • Gender-responsive Budgeting
  • Gender-responsive Programme Design
  • Care Workforce Assessments
  • Community-based Care Models
  • Workplace-supported Care Solutions
  • Gender Mainstreaming
  • Women's Leadership and Participation
  • Gender and Climate Resilience

Key Projects

01

Accessibility, Affordability & Quality of Creches: Case Study of Select Models

UNICEF India
2025

Documented and comparatively assessed private, community-led, cooperative, and government-supported creche models across Assam, Gujarat, and Karnataka.

02

Technical Support for Operationalising Inclusive Social Protection Systems

UNICEF India
2026 – Ongoing

Providing technical assistance to strengthen inclusive and integrated social protection systems in Bihar and Madhya Pradesh.

03

Mainstreaming Gender Responsive Budgeting

UN Women
Dec 2023 – 2025

Supported the Government of India in mainstreaming Gender Responsive Budgeting across multiple ministries through gender analysis, policy research, and institutional capacity building.

How We Deliver Impact

We combine analytical rigour with field-based insights to help our partners make informed decisions and scale sustainable solutions across diverse contexts.

Understand

Conduct context analysis, stakeholder consultations, and evidence reviews to identify challenges, opportunities, and system-level constraints.

Design

Develop strategies, frameworks, operational models, and implementation pathways that are grounded in evidence and responsive to local realities.

Assess

Generate robust evidence through research, monitoring, evaluation, and learning methodologies to understand effectiveness, outcomes, and impact.

Strengthen

Build capacities, systems, institutional mechanisms, and partnerships that improve programme delivery and sustainability.

Inform

Translate evidence into actionable recommendations, policy insights, and practical solutions that support better decision-making.

We combine analytical rigour with field-based insights to help our partners make informed decisions and scale sustainable solutions across diverse contexts