Research design & strategy

Needs assessment and problem-framing

We begin by working closely with your team to understand your organization’s goals, context, and existing work. Through stakeholder consultations and review of available data, we help identify knowledge gaps and define the most meaningful research areas. This process ensures that your research questions are not only relevant and evidence-based but also strategically aligned with your organizational priorities and real-world challenges.

Proposal development

We build comprehensive and compelling research proposals for donor submissions, funding opportunities, and internal planning purposes. Our support includes structuring the proposal narrative, defining clear research objectives, outlining methodologies, estimating budgets, and ensuring that the proposal meets donor or institutional requirements. We help you communicate the significance and feasibility of your project with clarity and precision, enhancing your chances of approval and funding.

Research objectives and frameworks

A well-designed research framework is the foundation of impactful research. We collaborate with you to articulate precise research objectives and develop conceptual and analytical frameworks that guide your study. We also support you in structuring your literature review, identifying key theoretical linkages, and integrating relevant sources and citations to strengthen the academic and practical rigour of your work.

Ethical guidance

Ethical integrity is central to high-quality research. We provide guidance on developing informed consent processes, ensuring participant confidentiality, and adhering to recognized ethical standards. Our support extends to preparing documentation for Institutional Review Board (IRB) or Ethics Committee approval, hence helping you anticipate and address potential ethical challenges from the outset.