Abstract
The Generating Evidence and New Directions for Equitable Results (GENDER) Platform began in early 2020, just prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Platform’s work is organized into three modules: Evidence, Methods, and Alliances. A rigorous analysis of the process and performance of each of the modules was undertaken during evaluation of the GENDER Platform (GP) in 2022-2023.
The Evaluation of CGIAR GENDER Platform: Evidence Module Study aims to identify and fill priority evidence gaps and improve the quantity and quality of gender-related evidence for topics of global interest. By doing so, the EM aims to promote the development of scalable intentional technologies and strategies to achieve gender-equitable development outcomes. It strives to position the GP as the go-to place for high-quality evidence and knowledge on equitable and sustainable food systems.
The EM began by mapping the evidence gaps and synthesizing the existing evidence. The EM then commissioned strategic research to address priority research gaps on women’s empowerment aiming to identify solutions and trajectories which reduce gender inequalities in agri-food systems. The EM works with a wide variety of partners who share mutual interests to achieve the intended outcomes. Aligned to the overall evaluation methodology, the EM evaluation used a mixed-methods approach involving a review of documents and media, targeted consultations with 28 key stakeholders, and selected findings from the online survey, which was conducted as part of the overall evaluation.
Citation
Stathers, T., Forsythe, L. (2023). Evaluation of CGIAR GENDER Platform: Evidence Module Study. Rome: IAES Evaluation Function. https://iaes.cgiar.org/evaluation
Author(s)
T. Stathers, L. Forsythe
Publisher
Independent Advisory and Evaluation Service (IAES)
