Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA)
The Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA) is a research hub based at the University of California, Berkeley. It is dedicated to generating and disseminating evidence-based insights to improve the lives of the global poor. CEGA supports a vast network of researchers who conduct rigorous evaluations of social and economic development programs, translating research into actionable policy solutions.
About Us
- CEGA is a vibrant research community within the University of California, Berkeley, focused on leveraging rigorous social science and data science to address global poverty challenges. - Since its inception, CEGA has championed evidence-informed policymaking by fostering collaborations between researchers and policymakers in low- and middle-income countries. - Its work involves designing and implementing large-scale impact evaluations, building the capacity of local researchers, and engaging directly with governments and development organizations to ensure that research findings lead to tangible improvements in people's lives.
Vision
CEGA envisions a world where policy decisions, particularly those affecting the global poor, are consistently informed by high-quality, rigorous evidence, leading to more effective and equitable development outcomes worldwide.
Mission
CEGA's mission is to improve the lives of the global poor by providing governments and development organizations with rigorous evidence to inform policy decisions. This is achieved by building a network of leading researchers and supporting them in generating and disseminating actionable evidence that translates into policy impact.
Culture
- CEGA fosters a culture of intellectual rigor, collaboration, and impact. - It emphasizes interdisciplinary research, ethical practice, and a commitment to real-world policy relevance. - The center promotes open science, data transparency, and capacity building for researchers in developing countries. - It values diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to create an environment where researchers from various backgrounds can contribute to solving complex global challenges.
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