Innovations for Poverty Action is an American non-profit research and policy organization founded in 2002 by economist Dean Karlan.

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Innovations for Poverty Action

Innovations for Poverty Action's headquarters in New Haven, CT, United States

Annie Duflo

Loïc Watine

Allison Stone

Hussam Razi

Andrés Parrado

Yvette Kroeze

Florence Dzame

Tamara Billima-Mulenga

Funmilayo Ayeni

Aftab Opel

Salifu Amadu

Jessica Tollette

Patrick Nelere

Sarah de Tournemire

Ernest Ostro

The Program Development and Implementation team at Innovations for Poverty Action leads the design, execution, and evaluation of evidence-based programs aimed at alleviating poverty in various countries. This team collaborates with local partners and stakeholders to implement targeted interventions, conduct research, and assess the effectiveness of programs across sectors such as education and human trafficking. By leveraging data-driven approaches, they ensure that initiatives are impactful and sustainable.

Program Development and Implementation

The Research and Data Management team at Innovations for Poverty Action focuses on designing and executing rigorous research studies to evaluate the effectiveness of poverty alleviation programs. They manage data collection and analysis, ensuring that findings are reliable and actionable, while also providing strategic support for scaling successful interventions. This team plays a crucial role in generating evidence that informs policy decisions and drives impactful initiatives in poverty reduction.

Research and Data Management

The Finance and Administration team at Innovations for Poverty Action is responsible for managing the organization's financial health and operational efficiency. This includes overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, and accounting processes, as well as ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The team also plays a critical role in supporting fundraising efforts and optimizing resource allocation to enhance the organization's impact on poverty alleviation.

Finance and Administration

The Communications and Partnerships team at Innovations for Poverty Action focuses on building and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders, including donors, policymakers, and the media. They strategically communicate the organization’s research findings and impact to promote awareness and support for poverty alleviation initiatives, while also ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion are prioritized in partnerships and outreach efforts.

Communications and Partnerships

The Leadership Team at Innovations for Poverty Action provides strategic guidance and oversight for the organization’s initiatives. Comprising experts in finance, research, policy, and partnerships, the team collaborates to drive impactful research, secure funding, and foster partnerships that enhance the organization's mission to alleviate poverty through evidence-based solutions.

Innovations for Poverty Action

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Teams

Program Development and Implementation

Research and Data Management

Finance and Administration

Communications and Partnerships

Leadership Team

Offices

Innovations for Poverty Action

Org chart

Teams

Program Development and Implementation

Research and Data Management

Finance and Administration

Communications and Partnerships

Leadership Team

Offices

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