Education Research and SROI is a strategic program of EFA Foundation designed to strengthen evidence based decision making in the education sector through rigorous research and social impact evaluation. The program integrates education research with the Social Return on Investment approach to assess the effectiveness, efficiency, and long term social value of educational interventions.

The program contributes directly to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 on Quality Education, while also supporting SDG 1 on No Poverty, SDG 5 on Gender Equality, SDG 8 on Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 10 on Reduced Inequalities, and SDG 17 on Partnerships for the Goals. By aligning education research and impact measurement with the SDGs, the program ensures that education investments generate broader social, economic, and developmental benefits.

Education Research and SROI aims to produce high quality research that responds to real educational challenges and provides measurable insights into the social outcomes of education investments. Through the application of the SROI framework, the program goes beyond conventional monitoring and evaluation by capturing the full range of social value created for learners, families, communities, and society.

The program focuses on analyzing educational models and interventions across formal, non formal, and community based education settings. It examines inputs, outputs, outcomes, and long term impacts to support policymakers, education practitioners, donors, and development partners in improving program effectiveness, accountability, and resource allocation.

Through Education Research and SROI, EFA Foundation promotes transparency, learning, and continuous improvement in education initiatives. The program also serves as a collaborative platform, engaging universities, research institutions, civil society organizations, and public sector stakeholders to advance shared knowledge on how education investments contribute to sustainable development and measurable social impact.

Education Research and SROI reflects EFA Foundation’s commitment to ensuring that education initiatives are evidence driven, socially impactful, and aligned with global development agendas.