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The Sen-Robeyns Capability Approach  examines  people’s real  freedom and  opportunities to live the kind of life they value, focusing not just on income or happiness, but  also  on well-being, poverty, and justice.  This approach serves as the conceptual foundation for the UNDP’s modern development measures, including the Human Development Index (HDI), the Gender Inequality Index (GII), and the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI). O riginally developed by Amartya Sen,  t h is   c apability  a pproach ,  helps us understand what individuals are truly able to do and be. Later, Ingrid Robeyns built on Sen’s ideas, refining the approach for   research on social issues and gender, making it more practical and easier to  use  in real-world studies.   Hnin Ei Lwin #Monitoring #Evaluation #Reporting #Research #MEARL #social #development #humanitarian #publichealth 

While the EU has made progress in gender equality over recent decades, gaps remain, especially in the workforce. Women are more likely to be in lower paid roles and are underrepresented in leadership positions. To address this, the   European Commission   launched the  “ Gender Equality Strategy 2026 - 2030 ”  on March 5, 2026. The strategy sets out steps to improve equality in areas such as education, healthcare, and employment. It builds on the previous 2020 to 2025 strategy and the 2025 Roadmap for Women’s Rights.  This new strategy also addresses new threats such as online abuse, anti gender narratives, and risks linked to AI. More importantly, the strategy takes an intersectional approach, combines gender mainstreaming with targeted actions, and encourages men and boys to take part as partners and beneficiaries. Link to the doc:  https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/policies/justice-and-fundamental-rights/gender-equality/gender-equality-str...

If you want a quick look at what is happening in Myanmar as of March 2026, these latest updates are good reads. They highlight how ongoing conflict, economic struggles, and repeated shocks are making life harder for many people, while also pointing to the challenges humanitarian actors face in reaching those in need. Overall, they provide a clear snapshot of the current situation and the complex realities on the ground. https://www.unocha.org/publications/report/myanmar/myanmar-humanitarian-update-no51-9-march-2026 https://reliefweb.int/report/myanmar/myanmar-crisis-situation-analysis-period-160326-220326 Hnin Ei Lwin #Monitoring #Evaluation #Reporting #Research #MEARL #social #development #humanitarian #publichealth

Purposive sampling is a non‑probability method where the researcher deliberately chooses participants who have particular characteristics, knowledge, or experiences that fit the study’s purpose.   The main strength of this approach is that it focuses on getting rich, relevant information rather than trying to represent the whole population statistically. Although many authors group these approaches into about seven main types, in practice there are at least 16 more specific variants, depending on the research context and needs. Below, I have re ‑ linked the 16 specific techniques back to the seven main categories to clarify their distinct roles and relationships for easier understanding. Hnin Ei Lwin #Monitoring #Evaluation #Reporting #Research #MEARL #social #development #humanitarian #publichealth