Impact Data Lab
A research and development organization established in 2024 to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to poverty, healthcare disparities, gender based violence, illiteracy, discrimination and more.
About Us
Impact Data Lab (IDL) is a research and development organization established in 2024 in response to the pressing need of innovative, evidence-based, impact driven and sustainable solutions to poverty, healthcare disparities, gender based violence, illiteracy, discrimination and a lot more.
Through our expertise, we have demonstrated the potential of combining cutting-edge research with community engagement, leading to successful outcomes and scalable models. We develop and conduct the most rigorous research approaches, monitoring and evaluating social programmes to generate data that inform policy decision making.
At Impact Data Lab, we believe that poverty, healthcare disparities, gender based violence, food insufficiency, illiteracy, and discrimination amongst others are not merely statistics but a challenge that affects the dignity and potentials of millions of individuals. Our commitment to combating these challenges is grounded in our belief that together, through credible data, innovation, collaboration, and persistent effort, we can create a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
We provide complete support for research and evaluation projects from start to finish. Our team blends expertise in both quantitative and qualitative research with a strong understanding of the context, ensuring we deliver accurate data and valuable insights to our clients and partners.
Mission and Vision
Mission
The mission of Impact Data Lab is to undertake Impact-driven research. Our aim is to increase the impact of developmental research and make it more useful to the communities and clients we serve.
Vision
Making a lasting impact: We understand that creating a lasting impact doesn't occur in a day. The philosophy we follow is that you need a thorough understanding of the local situation to make an impact. This involves building an indigenous team, collecting top-notch primary data, fully understanding the subject matter, and developing close professional networks with key stakeholders. As a result of this, we only concentrate our research in territories where we already have a strong local and physical presence.
Our Services
Explore our comprehensive range of services designed to address your research needs. Visit Our Services for details.
What Drives Us?
Revolutionizing Research Impact. At Impact Data Lab, we integrate traditional evaluation approaches with cutting-edge research and data technology to uncover deeper insights and create greater impact. Our expertise in causal machine learning, along with our extensive geospatial data repository, enables us to enhance survey results with valuable outcomes.
Areas of Focus
Brief overview: Public Health, Livelihood, Education, Gender, Agriculture. See Research Areas for details.
Our Strength
Indigenous knowledge: We have a strong knowledge of the local environments where we work, enabling us to carry out contextualized research that is both evidence based and solution driven.
Reliability and Quality in Research: We prioritize quality throughout every step of the research process to ensure that the results and solutions are both reliable, valuable and sustainable.
Social Impact: Our research is dedicated to creating meaningful social impact and ensuring policies and practices are relevant.
Integrity and Security: In every facet of our work, participants and clients safety and dignity are our top priorities.
Innovative Integration: We use cutting-edge data collection and analytical techniques, such as machine learning and geographical data, to improve our research and find in-depth insights.
Partnerships: Internally as well as with our partners and clients, we promote partnership and the growth of research and analytics skills.
Our Strategic Plan
Our strategic plan is the roadmap that guides Impact Data Lab to achieve lasting impact in research and development. It shapes how we set research priorities, build strong local and international partnerships, and mentor the next generation of researchers. Through clear goals and sustainable approaches, we ensure our work informs policies, empowers communities, and drives meaningful change.
Why Choose Us?
- Trusted partner for local and global research collaborations
- Experienced in both public and private sector projects
- Committed to empowering the next generation of researchers
- Proven track record in turning data into actionable impact
Where We Work
Sierra Leone