Inception & Design
We work with you to define research questions, objectives, and methodology. An inception report is produced and agreed before any fieldwork begins.
What We Do
From large-scale household surveys to targeted qualitative investigations, ADRI designs and delivers research studies that meet the highest standards of methodological rigour. We work across the full research cycle — from defining research questions and designing instruments to managing fieldwork, conducting analysis, and producing final reports.
Every study is designed with your end-users in mind: whether that's a policy team, a programme manager, or a donor review committee. We combine quantitative and qualitative approaches, deploying the mix that best answers your specific questions. Our field network spans Uganda and the wider East African region, giving us the reach to execute studies at any geographic scale.
Our Research Services Include
- Household & community surveys
- Key informant interviews (KIIs) and focus group discussions (FGDs)
- Mixed-methods research design
- Rapid assessments and situational analyses
- Programme and project evaluations
- Longitudinal and panel studies
- Literature reviews and secondary data analysis
- Research instrument design and pre-testing
- Data quality assurance and validation
- Report writing and dissemination support
How It Works
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Instrument Development
We develop and pre-test all data collection tools — survey questionnaires, interview guides, observation checklists — ensuring they are valid, reliable, and contextually appropriate.
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Fieldwork Management
Our field teams are trained, supervised, and supported throughout data collection. We use digital data collection tools to ensure real-time quality monitoring.
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Data Processing & Analysis
Data is cleaned, coded, and analysed using appropriate statistical and qualitative methods. Findings are triangulated across data sources.
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Reporting & Dissemination
We produce clear, well-structured reports tailored to your audience. We can also develop summary briefs, presentations, and visualisation outputs on request.
Sectors We Apply This In
Agriculture & Food Systems
Food Security & Nutrition
Gender Equality
Climate Change
Natural Resources
Policy & Governance
Trade & Regional Integration