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Helping organizations move ideas forward through research, evaluation, strategy, and human-centred approaches.

OUR APPROACH

Insights that connect people, data, and strategy.

We help organizations strengthen programs, services, and products through evidence-informed research, evaluation, strategy, and grant writing.

By combining data, community perspectives, and strategic thinking, we turn evidence into actionable insights, stronger decisions, and meaningful impact.

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Research, Evaluation & Strategy That Turn Ideas Into Action.

OUR SERVICES

Research & Strategy
Building evidence and turning insights into strategies that strengthen programs, services, products, and operations.

  • We help organizations better understand their audiences, environments, and opportunities through:

    • Market Research & Environmental Scans

    • User & Needs Assessments

    • Community-Based Research

    • Literature Reviews & Evidence Scans

    • Data Analysis & Knowledge Mobilization

    • Strategy Development

    • Program, Product & Service Enhancement

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Evaluation
Measuring impact and generating insights to strengthen programs, services, and initiatives.

  • We help organizations understand what’s working, measure outcomes, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement through thoughtful evaluation, supporting:

    • Evaluation Frameworks

    • Logic Models & Theories of Change

    • Process & Outcome Evaluation

    • Performance Measurement Systems

    • Feedback Analysis & Learning Reports

    • Stakeholder Reporting

Grant Writing
Connecting ideas, evidence, and impact to create stronger funding proposals.

  • We help organizations identify funding opportunities, develop compelling proposals, and translate their ideas into clear, funder-ready plans.

    • Identify Funding Opportunities

    • Program Design & Planning

    • Budget Development

    • Proposal Strategy & Alignment

    • Compliance & Reporting

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Researcher. Strategist. Community Builder.

ABOUT

Irene Duah-Kessie is a researcher, evaluator, and community builder passionate about creating meaningful change through evidence, strategy, and community perspectives.

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Beyond consulting, we’ve built and supported initiatives that create impact — from grassroots STEM programs creating pathways for young people to thrive, to family-led ventures that celebrate culture, identity, and community.

Other Projects
& Initiatives.

BEYOND R&E:

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Rise in STEM →
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J&I Beauty Supplies Inc →