Our commitment to Sustainable Development Strategies is at the core of our mission to foster a more equitable and resilient future.
Leveraging our expertise across economic, social, and environmental domains, we partner with a diverse array of stakeholders — from governments and international organizations to private sector entities and civil society groups — to design and implement strategies that drive sustainable growth, climate action, and social inclusion.
Our approach integrates cutting-edge research, participatory planning, and evidence-based policymaking to address the complexities of sustainable development in a changing world. Through our work in countries like Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and beyond, we’ve facilitated transformative projects that not only meet the immediate needs of communities but also lay the groundwork for long-term prosperity and environmental stewardship.
Sample Projects
This project involved conducting a comprehensive baseline survey of Early Childhood Education and Development (ECED) across Kenya to assess the current state of educational provision for young children. The study aimed to identify gaps in the system, evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs, and recommend strategies for improvement. Following the survey, OWN & Associates developed a strategic plan for the Ministry of Education, which outlined key areas for development, proposed financing modalities, and set out a roadmap for the implementation of high-impact educational interventions. The project significantly influenced Kenya’s approach to early childhood education, leading to enhanced policy frameworks and increased investment in ECED infrastructure and teacher training programs.In-depth Assessment of Kenya’s Coastal Beach Tourism Product, 2018. This project aimed at revitalizing Kenya’s beach tourism sector through sustainable practices, enhancing both economic opportunities and environmental conservation.
The UN Country Team (UNCT) finalized the Kingdom of Eswatini Common Country Analysis (CCA), which provided a contextual analysis and set the basis for the formulation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (2021-2025) for Eswatini. The CCA Update 2022 (Addendum) is a regular annual update of the CCA, undertaken by the UNCT to take note of the potential contextual changes that could be considered within the implementation of the UNSDCF 2021-2025. OWN & Associates Team drafted the CCA and facilitated several stakeholder workshops that brought together government officials from various sectors, the private sector, civil society, academia and media. The validated CCA, which summarized Eswatini social-economic and environmental context, update on Eswatini’s performance on SDGs; including the status of governance, rule of law and human rights; the socio-economic impact of COVID-19 and other events since 2020; and development in the area of climate change, environment and natural resources. The CCA also summarized the updated financing landscape analysis and the priority areas of investment.National Skills Audit in Priority Sectors, 2016-2017. Focused on aligning Rwanda’s workforce development with sustainable economic growth, this audit informed strategic investments in skills training for the energy, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors.
Final Evaluation of the UN Women Tanzania Country Office Strategic Note, 2017-2022. Evaluating strategies for gender equality and women’s empowerment, this project highlighted the role of inclusive policies in sustainable development.