• Vaccine Hesitancy at the Intersection of Social, Structural, and Psychological Barriers

    Vaccine Hesitancy at the Intersection of Social, Structural, and Psychological Barriers

    Vaccines save millions of lives worldwide annually, offering longer, healthier lives. However, vaccination disparities persist, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, with economic, racial, and ethnic gaps affecting adult vaccine uptake…. Read More

  • Summative Evaluation: The end of the story?

    Summative Evaluation: The end of the story?

    Effective program execution and results hinge not only on implementation but also on a comprehensive evaluation. Today, we’re exploring summative evaluation, its significance, and how it compares to formative evaluation…. Read More

  • Social Marketing in Public Health Amidst a Pandemic

    Social Marketing in Public Health Amidst a Pandemic

    In an era dominated by social media, traditional ways of conveying public health messages have evolved remarkably. The new kid on the block is “social marketing”, a strategy that uses… Read More

  • Having fun in Boston preventing HAI

    Returning to Boston and collaborating with our friends at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) felt like a stroke of fortune. We were thrilled to have the opportunity to contribute… Read More

  • Using the Kirkpatrick Framework for Effective Evaluation

    Using the Kirkpatrick Framework for Effective Evaluation

    In training and development, evaluating the effectiveness of a program is just as crucial as the planning and implementation stages. The evaluation process can, however, be challenging to navigate, often… Read More

  • Essentials of Human Research Subjects Training

    Essentials of Human Research Subjects Training

    When we navigate the vast and complex world of human research, one crucial factor stands at the forefront: ensuring ethical conduct during the study. Therefore, understanding and complying with the… Read More

  • Program Evaluation Basics

    Program evaluation is a systematic method for collecting, analyzing, and using information to answer questions about projects, policies, and programs, particularly their effectiveness and efficiency. Understanding the basics of this… Read More

  • Understanding Program Evaluation in Nonprofits: The Key to Effective Service Delivery

    Understanding Program Evaluation in Nonprofits: The Key to Effective Service Delivery

    When discussing nonprofits, we often think of charity, goodwill, and change makers. We sometimes overlook the importance of monitoring and evaluating these organizations’ efforts to ensure they are having the… Read More

  • Empowering Small Businesses Growth with Data Analysis

    Empowering Small Businesses Growth with Data Analysis

    Evaluation and data analysis isn’t just for non-profits. In today’s competitive business landscape, small businesses need every advantage to thrive and stay ahead. Data analysis can level the playing field…. Read More

  • Can Implementation Science inform Climate Change action?

    Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges we face as a global community. Despite a consensus among scientists about the severity of the problem and clear solutions to… Read More

  • Another look at supershoes: The Marathon

    Another look at supershoes: The Marathon

    In a recent post, I delved into the remarkable impact of Supershoes on the performance of athletes in the men’s 5000 meters race. The findings were nothing short of astonishing…. Read More

  • Empowerment Evaluation Unleashed: Elevating Private Sector Business Strategies to New Heights

    The concept of empowerment evaluation (EE) has traditionally found its stronghold within the realm of non-profit organizations, schools, and government settings. As a participatory approach to program evaluation, it aims… Read More