Baseline Study of Project Titled ‘Empowering Waste Pickers for Sustainable Livelihood Options in Bengaluru - CARE India, 2020
The Baseline Study for the project "Empowering Waste Pickers for Sustainable Livelihood Options in Bengaluru" was conducted by CARE India in 2020 to evaluate the initial conditions of waste pickers in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The study aimed to assess key project indicators to measure the eventual impact and outcomes of the initiative. Using a mixed-method approach, the research included quantitative surveys of 238 waste pickers, alongside 32 in-depth interviews and 5 key informant interviews. The project aimed to provide sustainable livelihood opportunities for waste pickers. The study was conducted in collaboration with PMRS, Bangalore, and Iotalytics provided technical support, reporting, and data management.