Massachusetts Institute of Technology
For General Support Of The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab At MIT
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Amount$1,000,000
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Program
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Date Awarded7/20/2011
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Term36.0 Months
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Type of SupportGeneral Support/Program
Overview
The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is dedicated to fighting global poverty by ensuring that policy decisions are based on scientific evidence. To broaden and deepen the evidence base, J-PAL trains evaluators and policymakers in the design and use of randomized evaluations, and conducts outreach to encourage the expansion and replication of effective programs. Recognized as the premier institution in this field, and having established five affiliate offices around the world, including the Hewlett-supported branch in South Africa, J-PAL is well on its way to improving the lives of over 100 million people across the globe.
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