How can we measure the impact of community engagement?

How can we measure the impact of community engagement?

Measuring the impact of community engagement can involve various methods, such as surveys, interviews, and data analysis. What specific aspects are you interested in?

I'm particularly interested in the social outcomes.

For social outcomes, you can look at metrics like community cohesion, participation rates, and feedback from community members. Have you considered using qualitative methods like focus groups?

Yes, focus groups sound useful. How do I analyze the data from them?

Analyzing focus group data typically involves transcribing the discussions, coding the responses for themes, and then interpreting the findings in the context of your engagement goals. Would you like more details on coding?

That would be great! What are some coding techniques?

Some common coding techniques include open coding, axial coding, and selective coding. Open coding involves identifying key concepts, while axial coding connects these concepts. Selective coding focuses on core themes. Would you like examples of each?