Partnership-based research and development.

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The POF Foundation conducts research projects only when local communities work closely with our researchers in the design, planning, execution, and evaluation of projects. We build on a partnership-based research and development model where researchers and communities go through a social learning process that considers the ethics, equality, accountability, and time sensitivity of the communities. In POF, we execute research and development with the utmost respect for local communities.

The point of departure of each POF research project is the community’s perspective on its own development. Each project goes through a cycle of learning together, adapting together, and empowering together. Our philosophy is that the right approach in research and development will provide an open, free, and flexible environment in which both the community and partner will thrive.

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Elena Bastidas Gwendolyn Smith
President CEO

Research & Development with the utmost respect for local communities

Research of interest:

  • Conflict analysis and resolution,

  • Environmental and social impact analysis,

  • Social data analysis,

  • Stakeholder engagement,

  • Sustainability studies.

Clients:
United Nations, Inter-American Development Bank, Conservation International, World Wildlife Fund, Universities, Governments, and Private sector companies in natural resource management and carbon credit trade.

Navigating Complexity. Building Consensus.

Environmental and social research done right will help de-risk your project.

In our environmental and social research we combine Technical Excellence with Social Precision.

We bridge the gap between high-stakes industrial development and the communities that call that location home. Whether you are drafting TORs for an ESIA, analysis your potential risks, or facing a stakeholder deadlock, we are here to help.

The sectors we serve:
Oil & Gas | Mining | (Renewable) Energy
Airports & Facilities | Hotels & Tourism
Agriculture
Infrastructure
Complex social or livelihood programs

The services we offer:

ESIA & ESMP according to IFC/ World Bank Standards

  • Environmental and Social Impact Assessments

  • Environmental Management Plans

ENGAGEMENT & SURVEYS

  • Stakeholder Engagement Plans (SEP)

  • Social Survey Design & Analysis

  • Data Collection

RISK & INCLUSION

  • Grievance Redress Mechanisms (GRM)

  • Risk Analysis

  • Gender Mainstreaming Plans (GMP)