Research

Early Childhood Matters
Early Childhood Matters 2022
This edition explores why behavioural science can and should be rooted in all areas of caregiving.
Report
Parental Behaviour in the Early Years: Phase 2
A two-phase study that aims to support the Ministry of Education (MoE) and other stakeholders in their efforts to change parenting behaviours…
Report
Increasing Caregivers’ Application of Learnings
This report summarises insights and learnings from the First Steps Big Step parenting program in Jordan and tests the effectiveness of two…
Policy brief
Young Children in Crisis
A set of seven policy briefs to learn why the first years of life matter, and how to integrate solutions into existing…
Story
Online learning exchange “Starting Strong”: Latest scientific insights on why and how we should invest in the early years
Why is investing in the early years – and especially the first 1,000 days – so important? It was with great pleasure…
Report
Knowledge Needs Assessment Report
This report intends to better understand Infant, Toddler and Caregiver needs of ULBs (Urban Local Bodies) at the neighbourhood level.
Guide
Guides to Developing Early Childhood Friendly Neighbourhoods (BAPIs)
Four publications that make up the set of guides for the development of Early Childhood Friendly Neighbourhoods (BAPIs).
Guide
Designing Streets for Kids
This guide establishes a new standard for designing city streets that prioritise the needs of babies, children and caregivers.
Research report
Evidence-Based Response to ECD During the Covid-19 Crisis in India
This study was conducted to understand the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on young children and their caregivers.
Policy brief
Infant, Toddler, Caregiver-Friendly Mobility for Indian Cities
This policy brief provides a set of objectives that are essential to make mobility inclusive for infants, toddlers and caregivers.
Book
Children of the World: Meet Natasha in Chile
Meet three-year-old Natasha, who was born in Venezuela, and learn about her life in Chile.
Book
Children of the World: Meet Raghav in India
Meet four-year-old Raghav and immerse yourself in life in Pune, where he knows all his neighbours.