Social Research
Monitoring & Verification (TPM, e-TPM, DQA, on real-time monitoring and more)
Evaluation
Learning
Meta-Evaluation
Data Collection with the most up-to-date software (CommCare, ODK, Kobo Collect, Survey CTO, Survey to go, Open Camera, etc.
Data Analysis & Verification (Arcview, Q-GIS, R, Python, Stata, SPSS, ATLAS, etc.)
Results Reporting (in English, French, Spanish and Local languages).
A platform for applied research, social innovation, policy dialogue, and knowledge exchange that transforms evidence into action for communities living on the frontlines of crisis. Amid the overlapping challenges facing the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, including protracted armed conflict, Ebola outbreaks, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, climate-related shocks, and recurring humanitarian emergencies, CPA’s Research & Innovation Lab operates as a dynamic Think-Do-Tank committed to turning adversity into opportunity. By bridging rigorous research with practical, community-led innovation, the Lab designs, tests, and scales locally grounded solutions that strengthen socio-economic resilience, foster social cohesion, expand inclusive finance, create sustainable livelihoods, and unlock the potential of vulnerable populations. Through this work, we help communities across South Kivu and North Kivu not only recover from crisis, but build the capacity, confidence, and institutions needed to adapt, prosper, and shape a more peaceful and resilient future.
Developing ethical, visionary, and community-driven leaders through high-quality training in research, data analysis, and Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL). Guided by experienced academic and industry experts, our programs combine practical skills with evidence-based approaches, equipping individuals and organizations to design, implement, monitor, and improve impactful programs and policies. Our leadership and capacity-building initiatives extend beyond the classroom by integrating hands-on experience, collaborative learning, and real-world case studies. Through workshops, specialized training, applied research, and mentorship, participants gain the technical expertise and strategic perspective needed to strengthen institutions, influence decision-making, and drive meaningful change. By investing in local talent and fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and lifelong learning, we are building a new generation of leaders, researchers, and development professionals committed to advancing social justice, resilience, and sustainable peace.