MERL Tech is a term for digital tools and approaches that enable monitoring, evaluation, research and learning (MERL). The term also describes the wider field of work at the intersection of technology and MERL.
The MERL Tech Initiative (MTI) and its core collaborators work with social sector organizations to achieve thoughtful tech-enabled program design, implementation, and MERL.
We convene communities of practice to share learning and advance responsible, ethical, realistic digital approaches that center people, communities and societies. We advocate for a strong focus on equity, justice and avoiding harm. Learn more about our work!
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On September 09, at 12pm ET, we are bringing together Ayawa Fiagbedzi (The Rockefeller Foundation), Megan Campbell (FeedbackLabs), and Katherine Haugh (Convive Collective) for a conversation about philanthropy, listening to communities, and acting on feedback and insights. Together, we will explore how organizational readiness may influence or inform how organizations are able to respond to […]
On September 16th, the Humanitarian AI+MERL Learning Group will host Margie Cheesman alongside book contributors for the official launch of “Aid and ID: Making People Matter.” You can register here to join.
