We’re just starting to build one now. It’s been hard because programs have changed so much over the years (new titles, different times of years, put on hold for a time and then restarted, etc.). We’ve got a lot of organizing to do before we can start to think about building out a database. But the suggestions in this thread are super helpful…

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This is a great resource. Really helped me wrap my head around what counts as process evaluation. Thanks for creating such a helpful, clear glossary!

For us, we run both internal and external programs and we have a lot of each. Our research team is only three people (one of which is part-time), so it can be hard to get time with them because they’re working not only on evaluating our programs individually but also putting together reports for our board and funders, as well as handling…

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We really like to include co-design with the youth we work with at every opportunity. From the planning phase to the running of the program to evaluation (when possible), and even revamping programs once a cohort has completed them. This allows the youth voice to be present throughout the process.

I find that using language that meets youth at their level is a really important way of ensuring informed consent because it allows them (and their signatory/guardian if need be) to have the same understanding of what is being asked of them as the evaluator asking them to participate.