Delivering Reproductive Health Results (DRHR) through Non-State Providers in Pakistan

This document describes an evaluation of the Delivering Reproductive Health Results (DRHR) program in Pakistan, which is designed to enhance access to reproductive health services via non-state providers. The program's goals include increasing knowledge and use of modern contraceptive methods, particularly among poorer households, and improving the overall quality of reproductive health services. The evaluation utilized a range of methodological approaches, including primary data collection, Propensity Score Matching, and differences in differences analysis. Results showed positive impacts on awareness and service quality, with a modest targeting towards poorer households, but the program did not significantly change overall access and utilization of contraceptives. The evaluation also noted methodological limitations and suggested the need for further analysis and program adjustments. It concluded that while non-state providers are important in service delivery, the program's effectiveness in overcoming major barriers to reproductive health remains uncertain, and future evaluations should incorporate qualitative data for a more complete understanding. **This summary was written by an AI model and therefore should not be considered a definitive summary of the report. If you are aware of inaccuracies, please email evaluation.registry@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.**

Description

• Lead department: Closed organisation: Department for International Development
• Evaluation stage: A complete evaluation report
• Other departments: No other departments listed
• Evaluation types: Impact evaluation
• Impact methods: Randomised control trial (RCT)
• RCT methods: Cluster RCT
• Grant information: This intervention is not distributing funding via a grant
• Government Major Project information: This intervention is not a major project
• Policies: No policies provided

Event Dates

• Event Name: Publication of final results
• Event date: March 2016

Evaluation Costs

• Cost: Not provided

Evaluation sharing

• Link(s) to published report(s): Yes
• Links to evaluation plans: No link provided
• Links to published evaluations (DEBUGGING): No final report link found.
• Findings: Not provided
• Permission to share confirmed: Yes