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We are a global poverty research center that conducts randomized evaluations and builds partnerships to bring innovative, effective programs to scale.

MIT, Cambridge, MA
povertyactionlab.org
Joined August 2011
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    Oct 14

    Are you a new follower? Welcome! Stay up to date with J-PAL's latest news and research by signing up at .

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    Can an ID increase financial inclusion, particularly for women? See more of DigiFI Africa's questions of interest and how they relate to financial inclusion here:

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    Thanks to all who participated or followed in today's chat hosted by and . Here are just a few quotes that were shared.

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  4. 20 hours ago

    Want to learn more about microcredit after today's Twitter chat on ? We reviewed 7 randomized evaluations of and found limited impacts on income and consumption:

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    Oct 23

    Thank you all for participating in today's chat. To end, please let us know what you think: What do you think is for?

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    Oct 23

    And now, onto our last guiding question, and it's a big one.

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    Oct 23

    Onto the next question. We're pleased to see more people joining in the conversation. Let's talk about and .

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    Oct 23

    Thanks for your useful responses. Now for question 2. .

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    Oct 23

    Welcome all! Here's question 1 to get you started.

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  10. Oct 23

    With over 285 in the sector, we’re very excited about contributing to this year’s discussion. What can achieve? (4/4)

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  11. Oct 23

    Our sector, led by Sector Chair and staffed by and , tries to understand how access to financial services can be used as a mechanism to reduce poverty and spur economic development. (3/n)

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  12. Oct 23

    J-PAL’s global HQ is based at . With our 6 regional offices and 181 affiliated professors, we work with partners around the world to conduct randomized evaluations () to answer critical questions in the fight against poverty. (2/n)

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  13. Oct 23

    To get started, let’s do some brief introductions! is a global research center working to reduce poverty by ensuring that policy is informed by scientific evidence. (1/n)

    We’ll pose some framing questions throughout today’s chat, but we’re excited to hear your broader thoughts and questions. Be sure to tag and to make sure we see your posts!
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    Oct 23

    Starting now! Welcome to day 3 of and today's Twitter chat with and . Let us know who is joining us!

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    Oct 23

    Looking forward to joining the and Twitter chat today for - join the conversation at 11 am ET!

    Join us in 2 hours for a Twitter chat around "Financial Inclusion: For What?"!
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  16. Oct 23

    Join us in 2 hours for a Twitter chat around "Financial Inclusion: For What?"!

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    How does research fit into this year's theme "Financial Inclusion: For What?"... We plan to share the current status of Digital Credit Observatory research during a Twitter Chat with our friends tomorrow from 11am ET/8am PT. Join us!
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  17. Oct 22

    Don't forget to tune in to Twitter TOMORROW at 11am EDT for a & conversation around financial inclusion! "What is the ultimate goal we are trying to achieve—financial health, sustainable development, equity, revenue generation? Or something else?"

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  18. Oct 22

    Did you know that our office has trained more than 3,000 people across Latin America and the Caribbean in research and evidence use, and has supported over 40 evaluations? Learn more about J-PAL LAC & PUC's training program:

    ¿Sabías que nuestros cursos de capacitación han entrenado a más de 3.000 profesionales en 10 país en LAC e incubado más de 40 evaluaciones? A través de nuestros cursos en linea y cursos presenciales fomentamos la generación y el uso de evidencia
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    Oct 21

    Excellent meeting with Nobel Laureate Abhijit Banerjee. His passion towards human empowerment is clearly visible. We had a healthy and extensive interaction on various subjects. India is proud of his accomplishments. Wishing him the very best for his future endeavours.

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  20. Oct 21

    Great Money Talks interview with Abhijit Banerjee, Esther Duflo, and Michael Kremer on their pioneering work! Listen here:

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  21. Oct 21

    In traces how was able to actualize our founders' Nobel vision: "The brilliance of Abhijit and Esther was in recognising that...more [than research] would need to be done to make a difference in the lives of millions.”

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