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Cautionary tales of complex causation: Qualitative and mixed method impact assessment of climate change and livelihood transformations in Africa

Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat 199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa

October 20, 2016 - We have a treasure chest of qualitative methods to draw upon in assessing multiple contributions to social and development goals. These include realist evaluation, contribution analysis, process tracing and participatory learning and action. But weak incentives and poor practice can easily undermine their credibility and cost-effectiveness.