Months 1-3: Preparatory Work
- Week 1-2: Project Inception
- Assemble the research team, define roles, and establish communication protocols.
- Develop a project timeline and initial work plan.
- Week 3-8: Literature Review
- Commence a comprehensive literature review to inform the theoretical framework.
- Identify gaps in existing knowledge and compile a literature review report.
- Week 9-12: Stakeholder Engagement
- Identify and reach out to potential stakeholders for collaboration.
- Schedule and conduct preliminary meetings to secure collaboration commitments.
Months 4-6: Program Selection and Design
- Week 13-16: Program Identification
- Conduct a global review of community-based programs.
- Select a diverse range of programs for inclusion in the study.
- Week 17-20: Ethical Approval
- Submit research protocols and ethical considerations for approval.
- Address any feedback or modifications required for ethical compliance.
- Week 21-24: Collaborative Program Design
- Collaborate with program organizers to tailor the research design to each program.
- Establish data-sharing agreements and ensure alignment with program goals.
Months 7-12: Data Collection
- Week 25-28: Development of Evaluation Tools
- Finalize and pilot quantitative surveys, qualitative interview guides, and focus group protocols.
- Modify tools based on pilot feedback.
- Week 29-36: Fieldwork Commencement
- Initiate data collection activities, including surveys, interviews, focus groups, and site visits.
- Coordinate with program organizers to minimize disruption to ongoing activities.
- Week 37-40: Data Quality Assurance
- Implement rigorous data quality assurance measures.
- Conduct periodic reviews of collected data to identify and address any discrepancies.
Months 13-18: Data Analysis and Synthesis
- Week 41-46: Quantitative Analysis
- Begin quantitative data analysis using statistical software.
- Examine relationships between program variables and domestic violence outcomes.
- Week 47-52: Qualitative Analysis
- Initiate qualitative data analysis, employing thematic coding and content analysis.
- Extract key themes and patterns from interview transcripts and focus group discussions.
Months 19-24: Recommendations and Reporting
- Week 53-56: Integration of Findings
- Synthesize quantitative and qualitative findings to provide a comprehensive understanding of program effectiveness.
- Explore correlations between program components and outcomes.
- Week 57-60: Stakeholder Workshops
- Organize workshops to share preliminary findings with stakeholders.
- Facilitate discussions to gather additional insights and validate emerging recommendations.
- Week 61-64: Recommendation Development
- Based on research findings and stakeholder input, develop actionable recommendations for optimizing community-based programs.
- Prioritize recommendations for practical implementation.
- Week 65-72: Final Reporting and Knowledge Dissemination
- Compile a comprehensive research report documenting methodology, findings, and recommendations.
- Present research findings at academic conferences and community forums.
- Engage with media outlets to increase public awareness of the research outcomes.
This timeline provides a structured plan for the 24-month research project, allowing for adequate time for preparatory work, data collection, analysis, and the development of actionable recommendations. Adjustments to the timeline may be necessary based on unforeseen circumstances, stakeholder availability, and the specific requirements of each phase. Regular monitoring and communication within the research team are crucial for the successful execution of the proposed activities.
