How can we effectively evaluate social impact?

How can we effectively evaluate social impact?

Evaluating social impact involves measuring the changes that result from a project or initiative. What specific area are you interested in?

I'm focused on community development projects.

For community development, you can use methods like surveys, interviews, and focus groups to gather qualitative data. Have you considered any specific metrics?

Yes, I want to measure community engagement and economic improvement.

Great! You can track community engagement through participation rates and feedback, while economic improvement can be assessed via income changes and job creation.

What tools can help with this evaluation?

Tools like Logic Models, Social Return on Investment (SROI), and various data analysis software can be very helpful.