Sensitivity matters. Comparing the use of multiple indicators and of a multidimensional poverty index in the evaluation of a poverty eradication program

This paper investigates the performance of UNDP multidimensional poverty index (global MPI) and Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) indicators in impact evaluation SADA-Northern Ghana Village Project (MVP). We find that project had a limited on MDG yet large global MPI. assess robustness MVP MPI we this was largely driven by changes few indicators. conclude living standards, should be used with caution development programmes.