As an evaluation and strategic learning partner, we help nonprofits, foundations, and government agencies to learn, adapt, and achieve meaningful impact. We are especially drawn to helping groups navigate social change in turbulent, complex, and emergent situations. By working with us, you will become better poised to design and scale innovative, dynamic solutions to the grand challenges of our time and compellingly communicate the value of your work. 

We help…

• Clarify learning agendas by co-designing evaluation plans and learning frameworks.

• Gain deeper understanding of situations where initiatives operate by conducting needs & asset assessments, environmental scans, SWOTs, and identifying best practices and lessons learned.   

• Map system elements by using the “right tool for the job” - actor mapping, causal loop diagramming, constellation mapping, ecosystem mapping, factor mapping, force field mapping, iceberg model, journey mapping, power mapping, social network analyses, and trend mapping.  

• Articulate strategic intent by co-constructing visual strategy maps, theories of change, or outcome models. 

   

•  Improve and document impact of programmatic and system change initiatives by conducting culturally responsive, equitable evaluations.  

•  Decide upon the next wise action by facilitating dialogue-rich reflective sessions and convenings.   

•  Strengthen organizational evaluation capacity through customized coaching and workshops.