ODI [to 19 December 2015]
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What works in improving the living conditions of slum dwellers: a review of the evidence across four programmes
Research reports and studies | December 2015 | Paula Lucci, Tanvi Bhatkal, Amina Khan and Tom Berliner
This paper reviews the evidence on what works in improving the living conditions in slum settlements. It focuses on physical living conditions such as access to land, housing and utilities, as these are among the most salient challenges facing the urban poor.

Kenya ending drought emergencies policy review: Scenarios for building resilience in ASALs
Working and discussion papers | December 2015 | Elizabeth Carabine, Marie-Agnes Jouanjean, Josephine Tsui
A review of policies in the IGAD (Intergovernmental Authority on Development) member states in the Horn of Africa region’s arid and semi-arid lands.

Challenges to a comprehensive EU migration and asylum policy
Research reports and studies | December 2015 | Raphaelle Faure, Mikaela Gavas and Anna Knoll
This research report sets out three reasons behind the European Union’s failure to deliver a comprehensive and effective approach to the Syrian refugee crisis.

Why people move: understanding the drivers and trends of migration to Europe
Research reports and studies | December 2015 | Clare Cummings, Julia Pacitto, Deletta Lauro and Marta Foresti
While Europe is in need of an effective policy response to the migration crisis, policy-makers lack an understanding of what drives people to migrate. This Rapid Evidence Assessment seeks to fill this gap.

Use of country systems in fragile states
Research reports and studies | December 2015 | Tom Hart, Sierd Hadley and Bryn Welham
‘Leaving no one behind’ increasingly means working in fragile states. We present several principles that can guide decisions on the use of country systems in these areas.

The role and impact of philanthropic and religious schools in developing countries
Bibliography and literature reviews | December 2015 | Joseph Wales, Monazza Aslam, Sebastien Hine, Shenila Rawal and Leni Wild
Can philanthropic and religious schools improve education for children in developing countries? A rigorous review of the evidence.