What We Do
Evidence-driven research, applied think-tank intelligence, and an agile affiliate network — together, forming a comprehensive development ecosystem.
Our Approach
Our approach aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). We adopt a human rights-based approach complemented with a capability approach, ensuring active participation of key stakeholders and seeking meaningful collaboration with common-goal-driven organisations and individuals.
Our Strategy
A hybrid model combining evidence-driven research with applied think-tank functions and an affiliate consultant network.
Evidence Generation
Generating robust, mixed-method evidence that informs policy, strengthens programmes, and amplifies community voices.
Knowledge Translation
Translating complex research into actionable policy briefs, advocacy materials, and capacity-building resources.
Scalable Partnerships
Building agile, expert-driven partnerships through our affiliate model for scalable development outcomes.
IMK Research & Consulting
Rigorous Evidence. Informed Action. Lasting Impact.
The core wing that leads knowledge creation and evidence generation. We deliver research, evaluation, capacity building, and integrated behaviour change communication across the full programme lifecycle.
Pre-Implementation
Formative research, baseline studies, needs assessments, situational analysis, and programme design support.
During Implementation
Process monitoring, mid-term reviews, real-time data feedback, and implementation quality assurance.
Post-Implementation
Endline evaluations, impact assessments, outcome harvesting, and sustainability analysis.
Cross-Cutting
Capacity building, BCC/IEC design, knowledge management, and technical assistance across all phases.
The Idea Foundry
Independent Evidence. Transformative Policy. Inclusive Change.
A mission-driven Applied Think Tank positioned at the intersection of research, policy, and practice. The Idea Foundry operates with intellectual freedom and ethical rigour.
Policy Research
Independent, policy-relevant evidence generation for social and development systems.
Policy Engagement
Direct engagement with policymakers to translate evidence into actionable policy recommendations.
Capacity Building
Strengthening organisational and community capacity through training and knowledge exchange.
Knowledge Dissemination
Strategic communications ensuring research reaches the right audiences in the right formats.
IMK–Idea Foundry Affiliate
Your Expertise. Our Platform. Shared Impact.
A structured, credible institutional framework for independent researchers and consultants — enabling agile, scalable partnerships built around common development goals.
Institutional Support
Access IMK institutional credibility, project coordination, and administrative infrastructure.
Project Matching
Get matched with relevant projects based on your expertise, availability, and research interests.
Professional Growth
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, access training opportunities, and expand your network.
Research Domains
IMK conducts research and evaluation across multiple interconnected thematic sectors.
Health Systems and RMNCH
Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health research, service delivery, and systems strengthening.
Education and Nutrition
Education outcomes research, nutrition assessments, and food security programme evaluations.
Governance and Gender
Governance systems, gender equity research, social norms studies, and women empowerment initiatives.
Livelihood and Environment
Climate resilience, sustainable livelihoods, environmental governance, and adaptation research.
Policy Analysis
Evidence-based policy advocacy, programme impact analysis, and social accountability research.