Thomas Kelly

Thomas Kelly
Designation: Director – Evidence for Policy and Learning
Thomas Kelly leads 3ie’s agenda to strengthen evidence cultures and to develop practical solutions to facilitate evidence use.
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Using evidence in decision-making: Moving from commitment to practice by distinguishing evidence from any old data

Douglas Glandon, Thomas Kelly, Marie Gaarder 02 July 2024 blog  
The importance of evidence for decision-making is widely acknowledged, and an increasing number of organizations are stating this officially. This type of organizational signaling can be an important lever for improving the culture of evidence use. At the same time, acknowledging the importance of evidence is just the beginning; it does not entail any specific decision, action, or behavior.

Measuring and Improving the Impact of US Foreign Aid—A Look at Two Key Statutes

Erin Collinson, Thomas Kelly 30 November 2023 blog  
Over the years, US lawmakers of many stripes have embraced the value proposition of foreign assistance. While their precise motivations have varied, ensuring US international aid is transparent, accountable, and effective has been vital to this long-running bipartisan support.