The Poverty Action Lab

The Poverty Action Lab, also known as J-PAL, is a global research organization that helps improve ways to reduce poverty. It collaborates with governments, NGOs, and researchers to test and evaluate policies and programs, ensuring they are effective. Using rigorous methods like randomized controlled trials, J-PAL identifies what works best to increase income, health, education, and well-being for the poor. Its goal is to turn innovative ideas into proven solutions, ultimately empowering communities and shaping policies with reliable evidence.