Systematic reviews

Our systematic reviews appraise and synthesise the available high-quality evidence on the effectiveness of social and economic development interventions in low- and middle-income countries. These reviews follow scientifically recognised review methods, and they are peer-reviewed and quality-assured according to internationally accepted standards. We publish the full systematic review technical reports on our website and in the Campbell Collaboration or other recognised library, and we produce summary reports and briefs tailored for decision makers and other users.

Latest systematic review technical reports

Systematic review technical reports

Cash-based approaches in humanitarian emergencies

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This review by Doocy and Tappis assessed and synthesised existing evidence on the effects of cash-based approaches on individual and household outcomes in humanitarian emergencies.

Factors affecting uptake of voluntary and community-based health insurance schemes in low-and middle-income countries

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This systematic review by Panda and colleagues examines the demand and supply factors that affect uptake and renewal of community-based voluntary health insurance schemes in low- and middle-income

Parental, community and familial support for children’s literacy in developing countries

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This systematic review by Spier and colleagues examines evidence on the effect of parental, familial and community support interventions to improve children’s literacy development.

Business support for small and medium enterprises in low- and middle-income countries

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This systematic review by Piza and colleagues synthesises the existing evidence on the impact of business support services for small and medium enterprises.

Interventions for improving learning outcomes and access to education in low- and middle- income countries: a systematic review

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This systematic review by Snilstveit and colleagues examines the evidence on the effects of interventions to improve school participation and learning outcomes.

Economic self-help group programmes for improving women’s empowerment

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This review by Brody and colleagues examines the effectiveness of self-help group (SHG) interventions in improving women’s empowerment.

The identification and measurement of health - related spillovers in impact evaluations

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This systematic review by Benjamin-Chung and colleagues examines the existing evidence on interventions associated with health-related spillover effects.

The effects of school-based decision making on educational outcomes in low and middle income contexts

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This systematic review by Carr-Hill and colleagues reviews the available evidence on the impact of school-based decision-making on educational outcomes in low- and middle-income countries.

Policing interventions for targeting interpersonal violence in developing countries: a systematic review

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This systematic review by Higginson and colleagues examines the effectiveness of policing interventions in reducing interpersonal violent crime in developing countries.

The effects of training, innovation and new technology on African smallholder farmers’ wealth and food security

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This systematic review by Stewart and colleagues analyses the impact of several farming interventions on household income and food security among rural households. Included studies assess the effects of innovation and new technology interventions.