Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Program
At RAGJ, the MEAL program is the cornerstone of how work is being pursue. It’s not just about collecting data or evaluating programs; it’s about using evidence to drive meaningful change and empower marginalized communities, especially women. Here’s how our approach stands out:
Monitoring and Evaluation: The M&E practices act as a compass, guiding work through the complexities of gender justice. At RAGJ, evidence is more than just numbers—it’s the foundation for all decisions.
Evidence-Driven Decision-Making: RAGJ gather substantial data from surveys, focus groups, and impact assessments to inform every step we take. Evidence replaces guesswork, ensuring that our decisions lead to real change.
Impact Tracking: Monitoring the footprints of our programs, assessing whether they lead to positive outcomes like increased women’s participation in governance. Each program's success is measured against the evidence collected.
Adaptation and Agility: As evidence reveals new insights, we are quick to adjust. Flexibility allows us to pivot and fine-tune our strategies to achieve the greatest impact.
Accountability and Learning: Fueling Continuous Growth
RAGJ’s commitment to accountability and learning ensures we hold ourselves to the highest standards while constantly evolving.
Accountability Mechanisms: From project timelines to budget tracking, RAGJ maintain strict accountability. Our commitment extends to every promise we make, ensuring that resources are well spent and objectives are met.
Learning Journeys: Each project serves as a learning opportunity. By reflecting on what worked and what didn’t, we continually improve and sharpen our approach for the future.
Gender-Responsive MEAL:
Our MEAL framework goes beyond traditional evaluation by centering women’s experiences and using data to break down gender barriers.
Gender-Infused Data Collection: RAGJ ask the important questions—how policies affect women’s rights, access to resources, and equality in opportunities like vocational training. Our data speaks to the realities faced in the program areas.
Women at the Center: We create spaces for women to share their stories, ensuring their voices are heard and central to our evaluation process. It’s about amplifying voices, not just ticking boxes.
Impact Amplification: Reports are designed to make policymakers listen and take notice because women’s empowerment is central to RAGJ’s mission.
More than Monitoring, the MEAL program is Orchestrating Change. The MEAL practices are a blend of evidence, accountability, and empowerment. Every decision we make, every lesson we learn, and every impact we track leads us closer to a world where gender justice is a reality.