Partners
The research we do is shaped by the partnerships we keep. Over six years, DIA has built working relationships with some of the world’s leading universities, international development organisations, and implementation partners — collaborating across the full research lifecycle, from study design to field execution to policy engagement. Our partners choose to work with us because they trust our data, our teams, and our commitment to doing this work well.
Universities and research bodies that innovate and evaluate developmental policy. DIA partners with academic institutions to design rigorous studies, test new methodologies, and generate credible evidence on what works in development. These collaborations combine institutional research capacity with on-the-ground implementation knowledge, strengthening the evidence base for policy and practice. Together, we advance research agendas, publish findings that shape sector thinking, and train the next generation of researchers and practitioners.
Organisations looking to apply and evaluate evidence-driven development solutions at scale. DIA works with private sector partners who bring capital, innovation, and operational reach to development challenges. These partnerships help test solutions that take into account the economic implementation ecosystem, measure social impact alongside commercial viability, and scale approaches that demonstrate real results. By combining rigorous evaluation with private sector agility, we help partners invest with confidence and accountability.
Impact organisations that fund research and programmes based on their capacity to change lives. DIA collaborates with foundations and philanthropic partners to ensure funding translates into measurable, lasting impact. We help design grant-making strategies grounded in evidence, evaluate funded programmes rigorously, and surface learnings that inform future investment. These partnerships strengthen the link between philanthropic capital and demonstrable outcomes for the communities they aim to serve.
Public sector bodies working to implement and evaluate large scale policy. DIA partners with governments and public institutions to design, pilot, and assess policies before and during scale-up. Our work supports evidence-based decision-making, strengthens public sector monitoring and evaluation systems, and helps translate research into practical governance tools. These partnerships aim to improve public service delivery and ensure taxpayer resources are directed toward what works.
Global institutions upholding cross-border research, policy, and development initiatives. DIA works alongside multilateral and bilateral development partners to conduct research that informs global development agendas. These collaborations span policy analysis, cross-country evaluations, and knowledge-sharing initiatives that address shared development challenges. Together, we contribute to a global evidence base that shapes how international resources and expertise are directed toward sustainable development outcomes.
Implementation partners translating research and strategy into real-world programmes, systems, and results. DIA partners with NGOs and community organisations who understand local contexts and deliver programmes directly to the people they serve. These collaborations ground our research in lived realities, ensure findings are practically applicable, and support organisations in strengthening their own monitoring, evaluation, and learning practices for greater impact.