This study leverages longitudinal panel data from the 2007 UPG randomized controlled trial to evaluate the program’s long-term health and economic impacts.
Researchers: Munshi Sulaiman; Sheikh Arman Tamim
Partners: BRAC; Gates Foundation
Timeline: 2023–2026
Status: Ongoing
Contact: arman.tamim@bracu.ac.bd
Context
While the Ultra-Poor Graduation Program (UPGP) has demonstrated sustained impacts on income, assets, and women’s empowerment, far less attention has been paid to its long-term health consequences. This study leverages longitudinal panel data from the 2007 UPG randomized controlled trial to evaluate the program’s long-term health and economic impacts.
Objective
To estimate the causal impact of UPG participation health-related outcomes and conduct an economic evaluation to estimate the benefit–cost ratio of health gains attributable to the program.
Methodology
The study uses panel data from five survey rounds (2007, 2009, 2014, 2016, and 2018) of the original UPG randomized controlled trial.
Findings and Recommendations
Forthcoming.
