Quality Assurance Checklist for Literature Review

Core Problem Quality

• Specific population and location defined

• Problem stated without causes or solutions

• Observable and measurable

• Represents urgent and important issue

• Connects to your organization's mission

Root Causes Quality

• Answer "why" the problem exists

• Go 2-3 levels deep with sub-causes

• Mix of evidence-based (E) and assumptions (A)

• Cover different cause categories

• Are potentially addressable through interventions

Effects Quality

• Show realistic consequences of the problem

• Include both short and long-term impacts

• Consider individual, community, and system levels

• Are observable and specific

• Demonstrate why solving the problem matters

Research Quality

• Sources documented and credible

• Evidence separated from assumptions

• Gaps and uncertainties identified

• Stakeholder validation questions prepared

• Ready for community engagement