SADI 490 Poverty and Social Impact Assessment Programme
This course explores the methods and frameworks used to assess the social and poverty-related impacts of policies, programs, and projects. It focuses on understanding how social and economic policies affect vulnerable populations, especially in terms of poverty, inequality, and access to basic services. Students will gain the skills to conduct Poverty and Social Impact Assessments (PSIA) to measure and analyze the distributional effects of development interventions. The course covers a range of assessment techniques, including qualitative and quantitative approaches, stakeholder consultations, and participatory methods, enabling students to evaluate how policies impact different social groups and contribute to or reduce poverty. Through case studies and real-world applications, students will learn to design, implement, and analyze PSIA reports, providing valuable insights for policymakers, governments, and international organizations.
Key Features:
- Poverty and Social Impact Frameworks: Learn the key frameworks and methodologies for conducting poverty and social impact assessments, focusing on understanding the effects of policies, programs, and projects on marginalized groups.
- Qualitative and Quantitative Methods: Study both qualitative and quantitative approaches used in PSIA, including surveys, focus groups, and statistical tools for analyzing data and identifying social impacts.
- Stakeholder Analysis and Participatory Approaches: Develop skills in stakeholder analysis and participatory techniques, ensuring that assessments reflect the voices and concerns of those affected by the policies or programs.
- Policy Design and Evaluation: Understand how to design and evaluate policies that aim to reduce poverty and promote social equity, with a focus on ensuring that interventions benefit the most vulnerable populations.
- Impact Monitoring and Reporting: Learn how to monitor and report the social and poverty-related impacts of development projects and programs, providing evidence to inform decision-making and improve future interventions.
Learning Outcomes:
- Conduct comprehensive Poverty and Social Impact Assessments (PSIA) using appropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques.
- Analyze the distributional effects of policies and programs on different social groups, with a particular focus on vulnerable and marginalized populations.
- Apply participatory methods to involve affected communities in the assessment process, ensuring their perspectives are included in the evaluation of social impacts.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of poverty reduction and social development policies, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring more equitable outcomes.
- Prepare and present PSIA reports that provide actionable recommendations for policymakers, guiding the design and implementation of future programs aimed at poverty reduction and social inclusion.
