TMRI 2026 – 12 Year Follow-Up Survey
DATA is pleased to share a comprehensive update on the completion of our intensive enumerator training program for the TMRI 2026 – 12-Year Follow-Up Survey. Over the last month, our team conducted one of the most extensive and structured training cycles in DATA’s history—spanning 28 days, involving 85 enumerators.
The training began with combined male–female sessions covering foundational modules such on household identification and formation, along with an overview of the project’s background dating back to TMRI’s inception in 2012.
Recognizing the depth and complexity of the questionnaires, male and female enumerators were later separated to focus on modules specific to their respective household questionnaires. During this period, the male team covered modules only in the male questionnaire while the female team completed modules specific to the female questionnaire.
The team transitioned to CAPI-based training, following detailed paper explanations to build mastery of the questionnaire flow. This hybrid approach was aimed to strengthen both conceptual understanding and technical precision. The early days also included trial assessments focused on the household roster to identify common challenges and prepare enumerators for formal ranking assessments.
There were days dedicated to structured peer-to-peer mock practices, where enumerators acted both as interviewers and respondents using the full CAPI system. Their delivery skills were assessed to prepare them for later evaluations. The following days were used to complete all common modules and introduce the Adolescent Questionnaire, including a detailed orientation on cognitive testing procedures.
A major milestone came when enumerators administered cognitive tests on 42 adolescents, followed by analytical feedback sessions. These exercises continued with even greater intensity later in the training. On Day 18, DATA set a new internal record by bringing in 81 adolescents for full-scale cognitive test standardization. This ensured strict adherence to SOPs and improved consistency across interviewers.
Anthropometry was a major focus throughout the training. Daily practice sessions led to the selection of Gold Standard enumerators. All team members were required to match measurements within 0.4 cm accuracy. This was reinforced again during correction and refresher exercises.
The last phase of training focused on detailed feedback from pretests, CAPI follow-through, refresher modules, supervisor/monitor assignments, logistics, equipment checks, and field protocol briefings.
On 30 November 2025, the full field team departed for their designated sites. Supervisors have already connected with local authorities, and DATA’s core monitoring team is on-site to oversee early operations.
This marks the successful transition from the training phase to full-scale field implementation for TMRI 2026. We are proud of our team’s dedication, professionalism, and resilience throughout this process.