INLab
Where evidence meets empathy
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FOUR PILLARS · ONE MISSION
We don't just consult. We co-create, pilot, measure, and scale
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Strategic Advisory
We help organisations design theory of change, develop impact strategy, and translate rigorous evidence into actionable policy and programming decisions. Services include theory of change design and facilitation, impact strategy development, evidence synthesis for policy audiences, and donor engagement and reporting support.
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Impact Evaluation & Research
Rigorous evaluations grounded in international standards, with an unwavering commitment to inclusive methodologies that surface the voices that matter most. Services include rigorous impact evaluations and experimental designs, inclusive systematic reviews (INSIGHT methodology), cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA-First framework), and baseline and endline studies.
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Capacity Building & Learning
We build lasting institutional capacity through tailored M&E frameworks, SROI methodologies, and the INLab Impact Management Cycle. Services include M&E framework design and implementation, Social Return on Investment (SROI) analysis, data analysis and management training, evidence literacy for leaders, and the Impact Career Development Track.
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Digital Innovation
AI-powered monitoring platforms, digital data collection tools, and strengthened data systems that bring automation and intelligence to impact measurement. Services include INPakt AI Tracker, our flagship AI-driven impact management platform, digital data collection tool design and deployment, data system strengthening, and capacity building on AI-assisted MEL workflows.
Driving innovation through leadership and vision
Meet Our Founders
Dr. Aliaa Shanab
Founder and Principal Consultant
Aliaa leads INLab’s strategic direction, shaping frameworks for inclusive impact measurement and systems design across the development ecosystem. She brings over a decade of experience designing and evaluating programs for NGOs, advising bilateral donors on health portfolio strategy, and supporting government agencies in building institutional M&E capacity. With a Master’s in International Public Health from Tsinghua University, Aliaa specializes in translating evidence into action across diverse organizational contexts. She has led national nutrition programs, advised multilateral partners on evaluation standards, built cross-sector partnerships, and spoken at international forums advocating for equity-centered evaluation approaches.
Prakriti Dhakal
Global Health Policy and Systems Thinking Lead
From legislative advocacy to systems design, Prakriti works across borders to surface underrepresented voices and shift structural barriers. She guides INLab’s systems thinking efforts and supports the co-design of gender-responsive, community-centered programs that meet both grassroots needs and institutional requirements. With over a decade in nonprofit leadership and global health policy, she is an LSE Chevening Scholar and founder of United for Impact, a women- and youth-led nonprofit working across South Asia. Her expertise spans NGO capacity building, donor engagement, and policy advocacy across diverse global health contexts.
Dr. Mariam Monir Andrawes
Health Systems Advisor
At INLab, Mariam contributes technical leadership in surveillance design, quality of care frameworks, and evidence-based system strengthening. She supports partners across sectors in building robust monitoring systems that serve both accountability and continuous improvement. With a Master’s in International Public Health from Tsinghua University and postgraduate training in microbiology, immunology, and healthcare quality, she serves as a Medical Epidemiologist within an infection control directorate, bridging research and operational excellence across diverse healthcare system contexts.
What we do differently
Co-create, Don't Consult
We work with organisations, not for them. Every evaluation pairs co-creation with rigorous cost effectiveness analysis so partners don’t just know what works, but what works per dollar spent.
MSc Global Health Policy Alumna Appointed Under Secretary in Nepal’s New Government
We are proud to share that Prakriti Dhakal, Co-Founder of INLab Research and MSc Global Health Policy, has been appointed Under Secretary at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers. As a founding member of INLab, Dhakal brings a strong background in health advocacy, non-profit management, and health systems research, with a focus on advancing equitable access to health services, bridging policy gaps, and supporting inclusive, sustainable healthcare systems.
Prakriti Dhakal
Global Health Policy and Systems Thinking Lead
Where Collaboration Meets Impact.
Testimonials
Interning at INLab has been one of the most genuinely formative experiences of my early career. Working with Nada has shaped how I think professionally — from the technical side of grant writing and programme development, to something more fundamental: what it means to be accurate, accountable, and honest in your work.
What stood out most was how she approached the process itself. She isn't focused on quick outputs — she cared about doing things right, and she was genuinely okay with multiple revisions. For someone early in their career, that matters more than it sounds. It meant there was real space to see the vision, attempt it, fall short, and try again without the fear of failure shutting the learning down.
The environment she creates is open and honest, feedback is consistent and productive, and her patience with people who are still figuring things out is something I won't forget.
I'm still learning from this experience. I'm genuinely grateful for the opportunity.
My internship experience at InLab Research was truly enriching and insightful. I had the opportunity to work in a dynamic and professional environment that encouraged learning, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Throughout my time as an intern, I developed valuable research skills, enhanced my analytical thinking, and gained practical exposure to real-world projects. The team was incredibly supportive and always willing to guide and share their knowledge.
This experience has significantly contributed to my personal and professional growth, and I am grateful to have been part of such an inspiring environment.
Internship Program
Launch Your Career in Research & Innovation
Join INLab Research and gain hands-on experience contributing to projects that advance public health, social development, innovation, and evidence-based decision-making. Our internship program is designed for students and recent graduates who are eager to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.