
October 22, 2024
Tools for Field Staff›Learning Briefs
Enhancing Outcomes by Integrating Social Cohesion & Justice
Thriving societies begin with social cohesion and justice. When people and communities are empowered to address what divides them, uphold what unites them, and act together for...More

June 7, 2023
Research›Case Studies
Cost-effectiveness of Water Smart Agriculture implementation in Central America
Evaluating Water Smart Agriculture (WSA) program finance and implementation data from 2015-2020, this case study creates a unique roadmap for governments, donors, researchers,...More

February 25, 2020
Research›Case Studies
Shelter, Settlement and Infrastructure Case Studies
Here you will find a selection of short, compelling case studies that highlight diverse, challenging, innovative and impactful efforts in providing safe, dignified homes and...More

February 28, 2019
Research›Papers/Reports
2018 Conference Report: Third Vatican Conference on Impact Investing
On July 8–10, 2018, the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development and Catholic Relief Services (CRS) hosted the Third Vatican Conference on Impact Investing (VIIC2018)...More

March 9, 2016
Tools for Field Staff›Guidelines
Pocket Guide 1: Extension Practice for Agricultural Adaptation
This set of pocket guides, Preparing smallholder farm families to adapt to climate change , is written for field agents working in agricultural extension. The concepts,...More

August 28, 2015
Tools for Field Staff›Guidelines
Pocket Guide 3: Managing Water Resources
This pocket guide is written for you, the field agent working in agricultural extension. The concepts, information and practices in this guide are meant to support your work with...More

August 7, 2015
Research›Papers/Reports
Report on listening sessions in Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali
Catholic Relief Services commissioned national research teams in Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali to conduct focus groups with community members and key leaders. The focus groups...More

August 13, 2014
Research›Evaluations/Assessments
Governance at the Grassroots
This study analyzes governance issues in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger. It focuses on the links between decentralization and local government's management of disaster risk...More

August 8, 2014
Research›Papers/Reports
Building Livelihoods on the Front Lines of Climate Change
This report assesses various market opportunities in Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali. It examines priority crop, livestock and forestry value chains for men and women. It also...More

August 8, 2014
Research›Papers/Reports
Adapting to the Sahel's Changing Climate
This report assesses the threats that climate change poses for vulnerable populations and ecosystems in Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali. The report identifies adaptation strategies...More