Developmental evaluation
Description
Developmental evaluation is an approach that is designed for adaptive and emergent interventions, such as social change initiatives or projects operating in complex and uncertain environments.
Evaluation
Hoops 4 Wealth: building financial capability and resilience for First Nations people in the Northern Territory
The Hoops 4 Wealth (H4W) program aimed to enhance the financial capability and resilience of people on low incomes living in the Northern Territory. This report describes the results of a developmental evaluation which found strong positive outcomes for program participants in financial literacy, money management, goal setting and meeting obligations.
Evaluation
The power of peer work: an evaluation of ReachOut's PeerChat service
ReachOut PeerChat is an online, peer-led chat service designed to support young people who are facing mental health concerns and everyday challenges. The evaluation demonstrates that the service is achieving significant positive outcomes and highlights the unique and important role of peer work in mental health.
Evaluation
Final report: SNAICC early years support evaluation
This report presents the findings of an independent evaluation of SNAICC Early Years Support, conducted over its pilot phase from 2022 to 2024. The program supports and represents Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander early years services. The evaluation highlights the program's development, emerging impact and the conditions that support its success and future potential.
Evaluation
Review of the Reconnect program: final report
This review investigates the appropriateness, efficiency and effectiveness of the Reconnect program, which targets the early intervention and prevention of youth homelessness. The review finds Reconnect is effective but would benefit from stronger integration with other systems and enhanced data reporting and monitoring.
Evaluation
Evaluation of the Co-Location Pilot: final report
This evaluation assessed a $10.4 million pilot co-locating 22 child protection and policing officials at family law courts to improve information sharing for child and family safety. Using mixed methods including stakeholder interviews, workshops, and surveys, it found successful implementation across 15 registries with improved information sharing, quality and timeliness, though clarity challenges remained. Nine...