Research & Visual Art Centre
Breaking Barriers, Igniting Change.
DAVSPE drives African socio-economic transformation through evidence-based research, policy advocacy, and capacity building. We translate complex data into accessible knowledge products — going the extra mile to support the missions that matter.
TRUSTED BY LEADING DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS
About us
We bridge the gap between evidence-based research and grassroots socio-economic transformation.
DAVSPE specializes in translating complex data into accessible media, designing evaluation frameworks, and crafting impactful policy briefs. In 2026, we partnered with the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology to turn National Repository Unit research into actionable policy products aligned with NDPIV and Vision 2040.
Our mission
Independent Research, Real-World Impact
To conduct high quality independent research and provide innovative, practical recommendations that advance and inform policy action and development programming that is inclusive of all.
Breaking Barriers, Igniting Change
We do not lobby — we partner closely with our clients, going the extra mile to support their vital missions through rigorous analytics, visual communication, and last-mile community impact.
Our recognitions
Key Flagship Assignments
2026
Uganda National Council for Science and Technology
Partnered to convert National Repository Unit research into actionable policy products aligned with NDPIV and Uganda Vision 2040
2026
NESS Science Network Collaboration
Ongoing partnership documenting critical advancements in climate mitigation and eco-security to support sustainable livelihoods across the region.
David Baganda
Executive Director
PhD candidate in Development Studies | MA in Public Policy, Makerere University. Over 10 years leading applied research, policy advocacy, and visual communication initiatives across Uganda and East Africa. Spearheads DAVSPE’s partnerships with UNCST and the NESS Science Network..
Sarah P. Enuma
SENIOR RESEARCH & MEL SPECIALIST
MSc in Monitoring & Evaluation | BA in Social Sciences, Kyambogo University. Fluent in English and French. Specializes in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, Results Framework design, and inclusive policy brief development for government ministries and NGO partners.
DAVSPE Research and Visual Art Centre Co. Limited was registered in 2024 (URSB No: 80034990392530). We drive African socio-economic transformation through evidence-based research, policy advocacy, visual communication, and capacity building.
We operate across nine programmatic sectors: Knowledge Economy, Digital Economy, Ecological Security, Climate-Change Discourse, Governance & Transparency, Education & Digital Technology, Disability Inclusion, Gender Issues, and Inclusive Development (LNOB & RFBF).
We offer Research & Evidence Generation, Visual Communication & Knowledge Packaging, Capacity Building, Policy Analysis & Strategic Advocacy, Monitoring & Evaluation, Strategic Program Design, Knowledge Management, and Analytical Publications.
We deliver solutions to government ministries, development partners, international NGOs, civil society organizations, and faith-based institutions across Uganda, East Africa, and beyond.
Inclusion is central to everything we do. Our communication products are designed to be accessible to all audiences — including Persons with Disabilities and low-literacy communities — ensuring no one is left behind in development programming.
Our team members hold Master’s degrees or equivalent qualifications, with a minimum of two years’ experience in research, policy, or development programming. Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative methodologies is a core requirement.
We do not lobby. We partner closely with our clients, conducting independent, evidence-based research that addresses urgent societal and environmental issues. Our role is to provide rigorous data and policy recommendations — not to advocate for partisan interests.
Reach out through our Contact page or email us at info@davspe.com. Partnering with DAVSPE connects your organization to a robust network of technical experts dedicated to scalable, evidence-based development impact.
Yes. DAVSPE accepts applications on a rolling basis through our Careers page. We welcome Vacancies applications, Internship requests, and Spontaneous applications from qualified candidates fluent in at least two international languages.
Yes. We execute rigorous mid-term, end-line, and impact evaluations for multi-sectoral projects. We also assess existing data collection systems and deploy modernized digital MEL tracking platforms for government agencies, NGOs, CBOs, and FBOs.
We design accessible public sensitization campaigns tailored for diverse audiences including PWDs and low-literacy communities. We also create strategic dissemination roadmaps to share knowledge products across government, NGO, and community channels.
Yes. We author Issue Papers, Background Papers, Contextual Analyses, Action Research Syntheses, and Working Papers that inform contemporary national and global development debates. Our publications are available through the Our Insights section of this website.
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