Hnin Ei Lwin

Back in 2009, the Canadian Research Institute for the Advancement of Women (CRIAW-ICREF) developed the Intersectionality Wheel for their publication, Everyone Belongs: A Toolkit for Applying Intersectionality. The goal was to illustrate how various facets of discrimination and social identity come together in people’s lives. Lately, The Equality Institute has refined this model. Their version focuses on a person’s life stages, from infancy to adulthood, and shows how these stages intersect with identities like race, gender, disability, and Indigenous status, while also considering broader systemic challenges such as racism, sexism, and colonialism. Included in the 2022 publication of the UN Women and UN PRPD Intersectionality Resource Guide and Toolkit, this version highlights that a person’s experiences are ever-changing and never fixed. It further deepens the understanding of how power, identity, and social context evolve throughout one’s life. Hnin Ei Lwin #Monitoring   #Evaluat...

Have you ever thought about the importance of balance in life?  It  is  essential for everything—from the simplest daily routines to the most groundbreaking scientific discoveries and innovations. In research, we apply this principle by using mixed methods whenever possible, combining both quantitative and qualitative approaches for a more comprehensive understanding. Hnin Ei Lwin #Monitoring   #Evaluation   #Reporting   #Research   #MEARL #social   #development   #humanitarian   #publichealth     Explore a collection of my content/posts on this website:  https://hnineilwinnotes.blogspot.com  

In research, monitoring, and evaluation, both "what you do" and "how you do it" are crucial.  The tasks—data collection, analysis, and reporting—shape the findings. But the approach—ethical methods, inclusivity, and transparency—greatly determines their credibility and lasting impact. Well-defined methodologies ensure that research findings are not only accurate but also trusted and actionable. Engaging ethically with data, participants, and stakeholders makes the difference between results that are merely informative and those that drive real change. This principle extends beyond research and evaluation ,  it applies to every sphere of life and work. Making a living is necessary, but how you earn it ,  through integrity and fairness or immoral means ,  ultimately defines your legacy. In any profession, your role, expertise, and responsibilities determine what you do. However, how you approach your work , t hrough your values, ethics, and interactions ,  sets yo...