The study aimed to understand the nature of difference in access to credit by entrepreneurs, especially women entrepreneurs in terms of barriers and propose solutions Background Women-run micro, small and medium enterprises (WMSMEs) account for approximately only 20 percent of … Read More
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Evaluating Adoption of Climate Resilient Agricultural Practices: Evidence from India and Nepal
This study aimed to understand how climate hazards impacts the livelihoods of farming communities. Background Climate change has adverse implications for crop yield, food supply, market prices and can further aggravate the situation of food insecurity and poverty in South … Read More
Financial Health Scorecard for Gig and Platform Workers
This project aimed to create a scorecard or assessment tool for financial health that can serve as an index or a collection of various metrics. Background Financial inclusion has been a top priority for policymakers and the private sector, as … Read More
Using Power Balancing (POWBAL) for Demand Response
This project aims to make the energy sector cleaner by moving power consumption to the times when power generation is the least carbon-intensive, leading also to cost savings.  Background A team led by researchers at Imperial College London have developed … Read More
Understanding the Treatment Gap for Substance Use Disorder in India
The study aims to measure the availability of treatment for substance use disorder in selected states in India, understand the treatment preferences of medical practitioners, and gain insights into treatment demand (or lack of it). Background Substance or drug use … Read More
Women in India’s Startup Ecosystem Report (WISER)
ACT Grants, Udaiti Foundation, McKinsey & Company, LEAD at Krea University
India’s startup ecosystem has been pivotal in unleashing economic growth and catalyzing entrepreneurial innovation. As a leading and high growth employer, the industry attracts a large and diverse pool of talent, positioning it uniquely to lead the way toward gender … Read More
ACT Grants and Swasth Alliance: Response to Covid-19 in India
This evaluation assessed the oxygenation initiatives anchored by a non-profit venture philanthropy platform (ACT Grants) aimed at enabling a more effective and affordable healthcare system in India in the long term. Background Given the magnitude of COVID-19’s adverse health and … Read More
Risk Factors for Suicidal Behaviour Among Adolescents in the Indian Context Through the Lens of the Integrated Motivational-Volitional Model
LEAD at Krea University, Banyan Academy of Leadership in Mental Health (BALM)
Adolescent suicide is one of the most common reasons for death among young people all around the world. India has the largest adolescent population of 25.6 crores (NCRB, 2020), between the ages of 15-25 years, and has one of the … Read More
WomenLift Health Stakeholder Analysis: India
LEAD at Krea University, WomenLift Health
Women in health leadership and decision-making positions are key to ensuring that diverse perspectives and ideas influence policies and goals, resulting in a better and more equitable foundation for the health systems that serve us all. The benefits of female … Read More
Enabling Digital Adoption Among Women Entrepreneurs – Insights From a Pilot on Digital Ledgers
Sijo John, Ryan D’souza
Entrepreneurs require access to timely and accurate financial information to make informed business decisions. However, many small business owners lack the technical skills to maintain financial records, and the process is time-consuming. They rely on recall rather than record. Innovations … Read More
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