15/03/2026
Strengthening Monitoring & Evaluation Capacity for Grassroots NGOs
On February 10–11 in Trichy, Aram Porul conducted a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Framework workshop for the NGO partners of the Omega Forum For Social Impact (OFSI).
The workshop was designed to help grassroots organisations strengthen their ability to develop and manage internal monitoring and evaluation systems, an area that is often critical for program effectiveness and long-term sustainability.
Many grassroots NGOs bring deep commitment and passion to their work. However, structured systems for monitoring, evaluation, and donor reporting are not always well developed, making it harder to demonstrate impact and strengthen program learning. The workshop focused on introducing practical tools and approaches that organisations can integrate into their everyday work.
A total of 18 participants from 10 NGOs attended the training. The sessions were facilitated by Mr. Prasanna, Director, Aram Porul and Ms. Neeta - Lead - Monitoring & Evaluation, Aram Porul, through a hands-on workshop format. Participants were introduced to the Logical Framework Approach (LFA), the fundamentals of monitoring and evaluation, and methods to align program budgets with planned activities. The sessions also explored the deeper purpose — the “why” behind monitoring and evaluation — and how it strengthens program impact, accountability, and learning.
The workshop also became a space for peer learning, with participants sharing experiences and perspectives from their work in areas such as gender advocacy, health, domestic violence prevention, and women’s empowerment.
As one participant, Priya, reflected, the workshop created a valuable opportunity for organisations working in different contexts to come together with a shared commitment to strengthen their programs and improve their impact.
At Aram Porul, such engagements are part of our broader work in supporting NGOs and institutions through capacity building, organisational development, and strengthening systems that help programs demonstrate and deepen their impact.