Why this expertise matters today

Poverty reduction remains one of the most urgent global development priorities. Despite economic growth in many regions, large segments of the population continue to face limited access to basic services, insecure livelihoods, and social exclusion. Climate change, geopolitical shocks, inflationary pressures, and labor market disruptions further deepen vulnerability. Effective poverty reduction requires data-driven policies, targeted social programs, inclusive economic opportunities, and tailored interventions for disadvantaged groups. As countries strive to meet SDG targets, the ability to understand poverty drivers and implement evidence-based solutions has become indispensable for governments, donors, and development institutions.

Why our firm values this expertise

Alpha Plus Consulting has long worked with international organizations to analyze livelihood conditions, household vulnerabilities, community-level development constraints, and the socioeconomic impact of public programs. Through field surveys, impact evaluations, and beneficiary assessments, our team has gained direct insight into how poverty manifests across regions and population groups. This experience has strengthened our ability to develop practical recommendations that support income generation, improve access to services, enhance social participation, and promote sustainable pathways out of poverty. Our work consistently emphasizes evidence, participation, and locally grounded solutions.

Selected projects:

Making Women’s Voices Count – World Bank
Conducted three studies on women’s participation, livelihoods, and entrepreneurship among refugee and rural women, generating evidence-based recommendations for improving inclusion.

Country Private Sector Diagnostic (CPSD), Georgia – World Bank
Contributed to assessments that identified constraints and opportunities for inclusive sector growth, including transport, logistics, and renewable energy.

Impact of Russia Sanctions on Georgian Economy – USAID/Integra
Examined labor migrants, returning migrants, remittances, and employment effects across vulnerable groups and regions.

Mid-term Action Plan for Water Supply and Sanitation Strategy – OECD (Moldova)
Integrated SDG-aligned and socially inclusive measures into a national water sector strategy action plan.

Supporting Rural Finance for Rural Economic Development – SBFIC
Assessed rural SME needs and value chain gaps to increase incomes and improve financial inclusion for rural households.

Introducing Agricultural Value Chain Finance for PFIs – SBFIC/KfW
Supported inclusive agricultural lending mechanisms that increase access to finance for farmers and rural SMEs.

SEF Loan Demand Assessment in Meghri Region – SEF International
Analyzed regional socio-economic dynamics and financial needs of underserved groups to support microfinance outreach.

Migrants’ Savings and Investment Options Study – World Bank
Explored migrant behaviors, remittance use, and opportunities for channeling savings into inclusive local development.

Evaluation of AREGAK Microfinance Program – UMCOR
Reviewed microcredit outreach, borrower segments, and inclusion outcomes, focusing on women and low-income households.

Independent Evaluation of ECLOF Microfinance Program – ECLOF International/India
Assessed credit practices and the impact of microfinance services on vulnerable borrowers, including women entrepreneurs.