Baseline study of Dohar CDP (Community Development Project) of GNB

CRD was assigned to conduct a comprehensive baseline study of the Dohar CDP. The CDP is a unique approach of Good Neighbors Bangladesh (GNB) to implement a development project at the local level.  CRD was assigned with an aim to assess the current situation and establish benchmark data to measure progress and evaluate outcomes of the project at the end of the project period. This involved examining conditions, behaviors, attitudes, and performance to set clear and measurable project targets.

The baseline study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining both quantitative and qualitative methods to collect, analyze progress, achievements, and transformative changes. Data collection contained 125 household surveys, 4 focus group discussions (FGDs), 4 key informant interviews (KIIs), and 4 in-depth interviews (IDIs). Additionally, the literature review was also conducted, focusing on critical areas such as education, nutrition, WaSH (water, sanitation, and hygiene), livelihoods, protection, and well-being.

A skilled and dynamic team of internal experts was dedicated to executing this baseline study, ensuring actionable insights for the project's success.