This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review collates available evidence on Nigeria’s role in World War Two. The review draws upon an eclectic evidence base that includes historic sources of information, contemporary accounts and both academic and grey literature. The evidence base is limited and diffuse in relation to the contribution of Nigerian (and African) soldiers during World War ...» more
Helpdesk Reports
These rapid-response reports provide digests of key research findings, lessons and expert thinking on specific questions from development practitioners and policymakers. If your question is not already covered below, ask us for a report (free for staff of agencies that we have existing arrangements with).
Scaling plastic reuse models in LMICs
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 to reduce ...» more
Investment in Refugee Education
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 ...» more
Pathways to Increase Rural Women’s Agency Within Social Protection Programmes
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 ...» more
Local Perspectives on Reconciliation in the Western Balkans
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 ...» more
Serious and Organised Crime in Mozambique
This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review explores the main serious and organised crime (SOC) markets, actors, and dynamics in Mozambique. It particularly draws on literature from think tanks and practitioner sources, due to the applied nature of the question and its proximity to foreign policy and security interests, as well as academic and policy sources. Literature and data is ...» more
The Role of Education in Countering Mis- and Dis-Information in MENA
This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review collates available evidence on the role of education in countering mis- and dis-Information in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The review draws upon an eclectic evidence base that includes both academic and grey literature. The evidence base is currently limited in relation to education in MENA. However, there is a more extensive ...» more
Disability Inclusion in the MENA Region
This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review collates available evidence on disability inclusion in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The review draws upon an expanding evidence base that includes academic and grey literature. The evidence base is evolving as provisions for persons with disabilities (PWDs) are extended. Whilst the review identified varying levels of ...» more
Using the 20th Anniversary of the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) to Progress Atrocity Prevention
This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review brings together recommendations on atrocity prevention and implementing the Responsibility to Protect recommendations. The Responsibility to Protect (R2P) is a global political commitment to protect people from atrocity crimes, a term which encompasses genocide, ethnic cleansing, war crimes and crimes against humanity. It places responsibilities ...» more
Issue-Based Programming and Coalitions: Evidence of Effectiveness and Approaches to Providing Support
This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review provides an overview of the evidence on the effectiveness of issue-based programming and coalitions in improving state capacity, service delivery, and economic growth. Evidence from case studies across Asia and Africa demonstrates that issue-based programmes and coalitions have been successful in delivering results in a diverse range of country ...» more
Climate Change, Environmental Degradation and Conflict in the Sahel
This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review explores the impact of climate change and environmental degradation on conflict in the Sahel, with focus on Mali and Niger. It goes beyond discussions looking at direct causes of conflict, to focus on the indirect impacts of climate change and environmental degradation on conflict and violence – e.g. how it can exacerbate the drivers of ...» more
Decriminalisation of Cannabis Among States in Southern & East Africa
This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review collates available evidence on decriminalisation of cannabis among states in South & East Africa. The review draws upon information in the public domain and should be considered illustrative of current status of decriminalisation across the focus region. The evidence base on the impact of decriminalisation of cannabis on other countries is ...» more
K4DD Mpox Health Evidence Summary No.12
This K4DD Mpox Health Evidence Summary signposts the latest evidence on the spread and severity of the Mpox virus globally. It also signposts the latest evidence on progress towards effective treatment against the virus. This summary covers the period 7 February-20 February 2025. ...» more
K4DD Mpox Health Evidence Summary No.11
This K4DD Evidence Summary signposts the latest evidence on the spread of the Mpox virus, and international efforts to find effective treatment. This summary covers the period 24 January 2025 – 6 February 2025. ...» more
Drivers of Poverty Dynamics in Pakistan
Poverty levels in Pakistan are high and have been rising in recent years. This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review explores the drivers of poverty dynamics in Pakistan. While many factors influence poverty dynamics in Pakistan, this review was asked to focus on family-level and structural factors. Key among the former are household characteristics (in particular education of household ...» more
K4DD Mpox Health Evidence Summary No.10
This K4DD Evidence Summary signposts the latest evidence on the spread of the Mpox virus, and international efforts to find effective treatment. This summary covers the period 10 January 2025 – 23 January 2025. ...» more
K4DD Mpox Health Evidence Summary No.9
This Mpox Health Evidence Summary aims to signpost FCDO and others to the latest relevant evidence on Mpox. These summaries are produced bi-weekly, and this summary covers the period 19 December 2024 to 9 January 2025. ...» more
Incorporating Gender Perspective in Peace Operations since 2018
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
Intersecting social inequalities
Analysis of intersecting social inequalities is key to effective, inclusive interventions in crisis settings. Gender equality and social inclusion analytical frameworks provide key research questions and participatory methodologies which seek to understand: Who is excluded? How are they excluded? Why are they excluded? What can be done to address this and support greater ...» more
Donor Support for the Human Rights of LGBT+
This rapid review synthesises evidence on the bilateral and multilateral donors promoting and protecting the human rights of LGBT+ people on a global scale. It focusses on those donors that have policies, implementation plans and programmes on LGBT+ rights. This review also examines the evidence on the impact of their work. The bilateral donors providing the most ...» more
