Ubongo Kids Girl’s Self-Efficacy Research: Impact Evaluation Endline Report (2019)

Gender Equity, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Identity Development
Adolescents, Intervention Effectiveness

Location: Kenya and Tanzania

Reference citation: Institute of Human Development, Final Evaluation Report. (201920). 

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Study Summary

This report presents the findings from the endline research for Ubongo, one of the two Cohort 3 businesses selected for the SPRING Impact Evaluation. The evaluation used a quasi-experimental difference-in-differences design to draw conclusions about the impact of the prototype and learning for the SPRING programme.

Evaluation Objectives:

• To measure the effectiveness of the Discover Learning intervention in promoting gender equity and SEIL.
• To understand the experiences of adolescents, caregivers, and community members with the intervention.

Evaluation Methodology:

• A phased implementation approach was used to allow for learning and adaptation during testing.
• The intervention included culturally-relevant, animated videos paired with experiential learning activities.
• Surveys and in-depth interviews were conducted with adolescents, their parents/caregivers, and teachers before and after the intervention.

Key Findings:

• The intervention led to improvements in gender norms, beliefs, and behaviors among participants.
• Experiential learning activities facilitated healthy gender norms and behaviors.
• Positive changes were observed not only in adolescents but also in their parents/caregivers.

Main Takeaways:

• Early adolescence is a critical window for implementing interventions that can effectively transform gender norms and promote gender equity.
• Engaging parents, caregivers, and community members is crucial for the success of such programs.
• The Discover Learning project provides valuable insights into designing scalable interventions that leverage developmental science to enhance social and identity development.

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