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Evidence-based analysis
Gather, interpret and utilise the information needed to make informed decisions and formulate policies, projects and workplans.
Insights.Research.Strategy.Policy.
Evidence-based analysis, research and policy work for the institutions shaping the Maldives.
We gather, interpret and utilise the information decision-makers need to act with confidence — and on time.
JEA works with state institutions, independent agencies, civil society organisations, international development partners and the private sector. We bring collective experience from public service, civil society, political and civic activism, media and public relations, backed by a network of technical experts in legal, finance, gender, social protection and innovation.
6 ways we turn evidence into decisions
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Research
Research projects, rapid assessments and surveys that support evidence-based decision-making and policy development.
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Policy recommendations
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Project formulation, monitoring and evaluation
From concept to completion — design, implement and assess projects so they stay on track, meet objectives and deliver results.
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Capacity-building and training
Programmes that equip people with the skills and knowledge needed for different environments, roles and workplaces.
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Communications
Craft and deliver messages that land, with strategies to engage each stakeholder group effectively.
Where our work concentrates
- Sustainable development
- Good governance
- Human rights
- Women's empowerment
- Decentralisation
- Local governance
- Transparency and accountability
- Internal governance of political parties
- Community empowerment
- Vulnerable groups
- Fiscal and economic analysis
- Political developments
- Public policy
Who we work with
State institutions
01Private sector
02International and local civil society organisations
03International development partners and donors
04Three directors. One practice.
Eva Abdulla
Managing Director
A leading woman at the forefront of the Maldives' democratisation movement, and a leading anti-corruption, democracy and human rights advocate in the country.
Jeehan Mahmood
Director
Reputed for her contribution to civil society, torture prevention, social work, education and human rights. In recent years she has been working as a human rights consultant.
Afshan Latheef
Director
Served in several capacities in addition to her role as LGA's CEO and as co-chair of the Integrated Governance Programme launched by UNDP, strengthening institutional capacities.