CERP

Making Evidence Matter

CERP is a leading impact-driven organisation focused on improving decision making through rigorous research, advanced analytics, capacity building, data collection and advisory services for public and private sectors.

what we do

We Ask The Right Questions

Research

Generating rigorous, independent evidence on the issues that matter to Pakistan.

We gather evidence on the ground

Survey

Designing and conducting field surveys to capture reliable, first-hand data.

We build the tools

Technology

Developing digital tools and solutions to address real-world challenges.

We make evidence heard

Strategic Communications

Designing communication strategies and campaigns that inform, engage and influence.

We build capacity

Learning Hub

Equipping students, professionals and leaders to use data and evidence effectively.

We make sense of data

Analytics

Turning complex data into clear insights that inform decisions.

We help leaders decide

Policy Advisory

Providing evidence and practical recommendations to inform policy decisions.

What We Work On

Health

Evaluating approaches to maternal and child health, disease prevention and healthcare delivery.

Education

Identifying what improves learning, school quality and educational opportunities.

Institutions

Understanding how public institutions can improve accountability, trust and service delivery.

Labour Market

Studying barriers to employment, skills development and access to better jobs.

Poverty Alleviation

Testing how social protection, skills and economic support can improve livelihoods.

Climate

Studying air pollution, climate adaptation and ways to reduce environmental risks.

Gender

Examining how social norms, mobility and legal rights shape women’s opportunities.

Technology

Investigating how technology and innovation can improve industries and public services.

Agriculture

Researching ways to improve farming practices, strengthen climate resilience and expand access to finance.

Finance

Examining access to credit, financial inclusion and opportunities for entrepreneurs.

Taxation

Evaluating reforms to improve tax collection, tax administration and public revenue.

Featured Work

FemTech Innovation Hub

Backing 35 startups fixing women’s healthcare in Pakistan.

Learn to Earn

What does a child’s learning mean for their future earnings?

Activate Scholars

A five-week programme giving young people hands-on experience in development research, fieldwork, professional skills and real CERP projects.

Events & program

Upcoming at CERP

Stay updated with our upcoming events, conferences, masterclasses, podcasts, and learning opportunities. Join us to connect, learn, and make an impact.

NOV

11-12

2026

Smart Policy for Practitioners

Applications Open

FEB

17–18

2027

Advanced Econometrics for Impact Evaluation

Applications Open

APR

28-29

2027

Gender, Inclusion & Evidence in Program Design

Applications Open

SEPT

30 2026

Fundamentals of Impact Evaluation

Applications Open

OCT

21 2026

Data, Ethics and AI

Applications Open

NOV

25 2026

Introduction to Research Methods

Applications Open

Counting People Out: A Conversation with Asim I. Khwaja and Rimmel Mohydin

Why Evidence Struggles to Shape Policy | A Conversation with Dr Adnan Qadir Khan and Anam Shoaib

The Learning Gap with Dr Tahir Andrabi and Saman Tariq

The Economics of Gender with Dr Basit Zafar and Rimmel Mohydin

A Developing Story with Asim I. Khwaja and Maroof A. Syed

Pakistan: A Journey Through Time with Syed Babar Ali, Asim I. Khwaja & Atif Mian

spotlight

“Policy are designed to increase human welfare.”

Dr. Adnan Qadir Khan

Co-Founder and Board Member, CERP Professor, LSE

Research | Policy | Institutions

Ali Cheema

Co-Founder and Principal Investigator

Research | Policy | Institutions

Erica Field

Research Fellow

Research | Policy | Institutions

Muhammad Tahir

Senior Associate – Financial Service, Analytics

Partnerships

Turning research, data, and evidence into better decisions that create meaningful and lasting impact.

We bring together research, data, and expertise to help organisations understand complex challenges, make better decisions, and create measurable impact.

People, one mission

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