Our Values

In this image:A photo of IPA staff at IPA's Africa Regional Research & Data (RAD) Summit in Ruhengeri, Rwanda. © 2020 Bonnyface Mwangi

Our Values

Commitment to Improving Lives

We exist to improve the lives of people living in poverty through evidence and we care deeply about achieving our mission.

Rigor

We are unrelenting and rigorous in our pursuit of effective solutions and the use of data.

Integrity

We hold ourselves and our partners to the highest ethical standards in all we do and how we do it.

Co-Creation

We work to co-create relevant evidence and locally-rooted change, always guided by the context of the countries in which we operate.

Diversity

Our diverse ideas, experiences, and commitment to treating all people with dignity and respect allow us to make a greater impact locally and globally.

Collaboration

We build strong relationships, based upon mutual respect, with researchers, partners, and each other to achieve greater impact.