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Scaling plastic reuse models in LMICs

[July 2025] To read the full article Click Here This Rapid Evidence Review  synthesizes the current evidence base on the design and scalability of “refill on the go” and “return on the go” plastic reuse models in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). With plastic pollution rising sharply, transitioning from single-use to reuse systems presents a significant opportunity...» more

Investment in Refugee Education

[July 2025] This Rapid Evidence Review explores how investment in refugee education in Jordan and the wider Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region can contribute to deterring migration, reducing the systemic drivers of violent conflict, building resilience, and promoting greater social and economic stability. While the evidence base is mixed and largely illustrative, key findings suggest...» more

Pathways to Increase Rural Women’s Agency Within Social Protection Programmes

[July 2025] This rapid evidence review explores literature on how social protection programmes, particularly cash transfers and public works programmes, can address various dimensions of poverty and wellbeing that rural women face. This review focuses on the economic aspect of women’s livelihoods and wellbeing and examines how the design and implementation of social protection programmes can promote...» more

Local Perspectives on Reconciliation in the Western Balkans

[July 2025] This rapid evidence review explores how reconciliation is perceived and understood by local communities across the Western Balkans. Recognizing that the concept of reconciliation is inherently contested, the review synthesizes findings from academic literature, donor reports, and local studies, with a particular focus on Bosnia and Herzegovina. It identifies a broad spectrum of interpretations—ranging from...» more

Incorporating Gender Perspective in Peace Operations since 2018

[January 2022] This rapid literature review collates evidence from academic, policy focussed and grey literature on progress on incorporating gender perspectives in peace operations since 2018, including the deployment of female peacekeepers, and the emerging issues in this field. Key messages that emerge from this review include: The focus on women’s participation in peace processes has led...» more