Proposal for Evaluation of Women Affirming Motherhood. Issue 163 (16th September 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Patton, Michael Quinn
• Editors: Christie, Christina A.; Alkin, Marvin C.
• Is Part Of: New directions for evaluation. Issue 163(2019)
• Page Start: 27
• Page End: 47
• Publication Date: 2019-09-16
• Subjects: Evaluation research (Social action programs) -- Periodicals; 361.61072
• DOI: 10.1002/ev.20375
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1097-6736

Abstract

Abstract: Situated on the use branch of the Evaluation Theory Tree, Michael Patton draws from his experience with collective impact initiatives to explore the complexity of administering and evaluating such a program. He presents an evaluation proposal for the Women Affirming Motherhood (WAM) program that is organized around five key operating principles and that is rooted in a utilization‐focused, developmental, and principles‐focused evaluation approach. Overall, Patton argues for collaboration with an emphasis on stakeholder learning and participation.