Partner:
The World Bank
Period:
March – May 2011
Country of Operation:
Ghana
Category:
Policy Analysis & Advocacy
Project Snapshot:
Commissioned by The World Bank, this research analyzed the complex interconnections between poverty, environment, gender, and infrastructure in Ghana. The study sought to understand local perceptions of the gender-poverty-environment nexus and its interaction with infrastructure and sustainable development initiatives, aiming to identify ways to transform negative linkages into positive outcomes.
Project Objectives:
- Examine the interrelationships between poverty, environment, gender, and infrastructure.
- Understand local perceptions and practices regarding these linkages.
- Develop recommendations for transforming adverse interactions into beneficial ones to support sustainable development.
PDA’s Task:
PDA conducted field research and engaged with local communities and stakeholders, collecting qualitative data to explore these linkages and their implications for policy and practice.
How We Went About It:
- Facilitated focus groups and conducted key informant interviews with diverse community members.
- Analyzed qualitative data to identify challenges and opportunities in transforming negative linkages.
- Synthesized insights into actionable recommendations for policy and development programs.