Evaluation produces relevant, credible, and valid evidence about programs through systematic data collection and analysis. Evaluation projects are conducted to document performance, inform decision-making, and improve programs. 

 

VANASTAS offers customized evaluation services to assess whether stated objectives have been achieved and provide clients with evidence-based findings and recommendations in response to a range of questions about their programs, policies, initiatives, and projects. 

Effectiveness

  • To what extent is the program achieving its objectives? 

  • Has the program resulted in lasting benefits? 

  • Have unexpected outcomes occurred as a result of the program?

  • What could be done to increase the program’s effectiveness? 

Relevance

  • Does the program address a demonstrated need?

  • Are the program’s objectives aligned with the organization’s priorities?

  • Does the program complement, duplicate, or overlap with other programs?

Implementation

  • Is the program being implemented as planned?

  • Are the intended products and services being delivered?

  • Are the program’s target populations being reached?

  • Is the program governance structure clearly articulated?

Efficiency

  • What resources are being invested and for what purpose?

  • Are the program resources allocated appropriately?

  • What processes have been implemented to enhance efficiency?

  • Is the program being delivered in a cost-effective manner?

  • Are there more efficient ways of attaining the program objectives?

Equity, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

  • To what extent is the program relevant to the needs of diverse groups of program stakeholders?

  • Do diverse stakeholder groups have equitable access to the program’s services?

  • Is the program delivery responsive to the needs of diverse groups?

  • Do the program outcomes vary across diverse groups?

  • Do the program outcomes reduce inequities experienced by marginalized groups?