We received the first quantitative results from our pilot with 200 couples. While the study was not powered for statistical significance, the direction and magnitude of the effects are encouraging: listening to Season 1 of Twubakane was associated with a 6 percentage point reduction in physical or sexual violence compared to control. Relative to baseline prevalence (15% in control), this represents a 40% reduction in violence.

As NOVAH enters its second year, we’re excited to share what’s happening behind the scenes of Twubakane Season 2 and the progress of our growing team in Rwanda. From new messages in the drama to the first quantitative results of our evaluation, here’s a look at what’s next.

Early findings from our qualitative evaluation and reach survey suggest ou drama may help reduce IPV in a cost-effective way.