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Safeguarding in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning (MEAL) and Research – Save the Children

This guidance outlines safeguarding risks in MEAL and research activities and provides practical recommendations for conducting them safely.

This guidance document identifies potential safeguarding risks associated with monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) and research activities involving children and adults. It offers practical recommendations to help organizations plan and conduct these activities in ways that minimize harm and protect participants. Although developed for Save the Children, the guidance may also be useful to other organizations seeking to strengthen safeguarding in their MEAL and research practices.