Evidence for
a fairer, stronger
future
Turning evidence into practical insights that strengthen performance and support better decisions.
What We Do
SAGE helps organisations generate, understand and use evidence to improve programmes, strengthen organisational performance and make informed decisions. We combine rigorous methods with practical, collaborative approaches to deliver solutions tailored to each organisation’s context and needs.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL)
We design practical MEAL frameworks, theories of change, indicators, data collection systems and learning approaches that help organisations track progress, demonstrate outcomes and impact, strengthen accountability and improve performance. We also support knowledge management and organisational learning to help teams capture, share and use evidence effectively.
Applied Research & Specialised Development Studies
We conduct applied research, evaluations and specialised development studies using quantitative, qualitative and mixed-method approaches. Our work generates credible and actionable evidence to understand needs, assess outcomes and impact, identify what works and why, and support evidence-based programme and policy decisions.
Organisational Capacity Building & Training Facilitation
We strengthen organisational and staff capacity through practical training, facilitation, mentoring and tailored technical support. We help teams develop effective systems, strengthen MEAL and research capabilities, use evidence confidently and embed a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
How We Can Support You
We provide flexible, tailored support to organisations at different stages of their journey — from designing monitoring and evaluation systems and conducting independent evaluations to strengthening staff capacity and turning evidence into practical action.
Project-Based Support
Short-term and project-based support for evaluations, research, MEL framework development, baseline studies and other evidence needs.
Ongoing Advisory Support
Flexible MEL and evidence support for organisations that need continuing technical guidance.
Training & Capacity Building
Practical training, mentoring and tailored support to strengthen staff and organisational capability.
Who We Work With
We work with organisations that want to understand their impact, strengthen programmes and make better use of evidence. Our support is tailored to each organisation’s context, priorities and resources.
Charities & NGOs
Supporting charities and NGOs to measure impact, strengthen programmes, demonstrate results and use evidence for learning and improvement.
Public Sector & Local Authorities
Supporting public bodies and local authorities with evaluation, research and evidence to understand outcomes, improve services and inform decision-making.
International Development Organisations
Supporting international development programmes with MEL frameworks, evaluations, research and learning to strengthen accountability, demonstrate results and improve programme effectiveness.
Social Enterprises & Community Organisations
Helping social enterprises and community organisations understand their impact, strengthen evidence and use learning to improve services and demonstrate value.
Why Work With SAGE
SAGE combines practical experience, independent thinking and evidence-based approaches to help organisations build stronger systems, generate credible evidence and turn learning into meaningful action.
Practical & Tailored
We provide proportionate, practical solutions tailored to your organisation’s context, priorities and resources.
Independent & Objective
We bring an independent perspective, applying robust methods and objective analysis to generate credible evidence organisations can trust.
Evidence Into Action
We focus on turning evidence into practical insights that support better decisions, stronger programmes and continuous learning.
Let’s Turn Evidence Into Action
Whether you need support with monitoring and evaluation, independent research, organisational learning or capacity building, SAGE can provide practical, tailored support to meet your needs.