Publications
GRADE places special emphasis on the dissemination of the results of its research through publications in various formats, aimed at both the academic public and public officials, political and civil society actors, university students, the media, as well as the general citizenship. Research Papers Academic publications prepared on the basis of reports from research projects or reflections of a conceptual nature related to GRADE’s work áreas. Its publication requires an external peer review process. Its publication format is usually only electronic. Research Progress Papers Publications of research work in progress. They are prepared on the basis of reports from research projects or reflections of a conceptual nature related to GRADE’s work areas. Its publication does not require a peer review process; however, they require internal approval and the external institution that requested the investigation. Authors can be both GRADE senior researchers and research assistants. Eventually, GRADE agrees to publish Research Progress by authors not affiliated with the institution, under the endorsement of a senior GRADE researcher. Its publication format is electronic only. Analysis & Proposals Publications with characteristics of a policy brief: aimed at a non-academic audience and with emphasis on its policy implications. It presents the main findings and recommendations of an academic investigation, accompanied by visual resources. Its publication format is physical and electronic. Books Institutionally affiliated books are written or edited by one or more GRADE researchers and go through a blind peer review process. Its publication format is physical and electronic.
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Brechas de género universitaria en el Perú en la educación superior universitaria: sistematización de experiencias y buenas prácticas para la igualdad de género en el ámbito universitario
This section includes a review and analysis of the institutional and pedagogical management of the ten selected universities. Based on a documentary review of secondary sources, interviews, and focus groups with various stakeholders, we obtained verification data regarding institutional and pedagogical management tools. The documents reviewed included institutional educational plans, curricula, and work plans. We […]
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Brechas de género universitaria en la educación superior universitaria en el Perú: estudio para la identificación de desigualdades y barreras de acceso y permanencia en la educación superior universitaria con enfoque de género
The overall objective of the study is to provide policy and management recommendations to strengthen the implementation of a gender perspective in public and private universities, with the aim of promoting student access and retention. Furthermore, the study examines three phenomena that affect women: the “sticky floor” (difficulties in overcoming structural limitations), the “leaky pipeline” […]
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Percepciones Territoriales sobre el trabajo de cuidados no remunerada en el Perú: Un análisis cualitativo en el marco de la ENUT 2024
“How Do We Use Our Time in Peru?” is a publication produced by the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) and the Group for the Analysis of Development (GRADE), based on the main findings of the 2024 National Time Use Survey (ENUT) conducted by the National Institute of […]
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Time for women: from the local to transformative policies. Evaluation of childcare experiences in Río Grande, Argentina
This policy brief brings together the main findings from the evaluation carried out on two local experiences in childcare and job training. The study shows that creating infrastructure and services is essential, but not enough on its own: territorial accessibility, transportation, predictable schedules, service quality, and community trust directly affect their effective use. At the […]
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Tiempo para mujeres: de lo local a las políticas transformadoras. Evaluación de experiencias de cuidado infantil en Río Grande, Argentina
Este policy brief reúne los principales resultados de la evaluación desarrollada sobre dos experiencias locales de cuidado y capacitación laboral. El estudio muestra que la creación de infraestructura y servicios es indispensable, pero no suficiente por sí sola: la accesibilidad territorial, el transporte, los horarios previsibles, la calidad del servicio y la confianza comunitaria condicionan […]
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Caring with dignity: Towards an Integrated Home Care System for Older Adults in the Dominican Republic
This policy brief summarizes the results of the evaluation of the ‘Family of Care’ program. The analysis shows that combining home care for older adults, financial stipends, and certified training for caregivers is an effective way to prevent unnecessary institutionalization and give recognition to work that has historically gone unnoticed. However, the study warns that […]
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Cuidar con Dignidad: Hacia un Sistema Integral de Atención Domiciliaria para Personas Mayores en la República Dominicana
Este policy brief sintetiza los resultados de la evaluación del programa «Familia de Cariño». El análisis constata que la articulación entre atención domiciliaria para personas mayores, estipendios económicos y formación certificada para quienes cuidan constituye una vía efectiva para prevenir la institucionalización innecesaria y jerarquizar un trabajo históricamente invisibilizado. Sin embargo, el estudio alerta que […]
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Programa de becas de inclusión socioeducativa en Uruguay: Evaluando el triple dividendo de la inversión en cuidado infantil.
Este policy brief reúne las conclusiones de la evaluación sobre el Programa de Becas de Inclusión Socioeducativa (BIS) para primera infancia. El estudio comprueba que financiar el acceso a centros infantiles genera un «triple dividendo»: promueve el desarrollo temprano de niños y niñas, facilita tiempo propio para la formación o inserción laboral de madres jóvenes […]
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Socio-educational inclusion scholarship program in Uruguay: Evaluating the Triple Dividend of Investment in Childcare.
This policy brief brings together the conclusions of the evaluation of the Socio-Educational Inclusion Scholarship (BIS) Program for early childhood. The study shows that funding access to childcare centers generates a “triple dividend”: it promotes early development in children, provides personal time for training or labor market entry for young mothers in vulnerable situations, and […]
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Toward a comprehensive support strategy for households benefiting from the Contigo National Program: Lessons from two interventions in Lima and La Libertad, Peru
This policy brief presents the results of the evaluation of two interventions aimed at caregivers of households benefiting from the National CONTIGO Program, carried out in Metropolitan Lima and La Libertad, Peru, during 2024 and 2025. The study analyzes the effects of emotional support, caregiver training, home visits, and the promotion of mutual support networks. […]
