Evaluate, Assess & Achieve:
Fundamentals of Program Evaluation &
Enhancing Program Quality

September 18-19, 2008
Detroit, MI

Sponsored by NLADA & AAPDA

Conference Overview

How do I prepare for the next program assessment or evaluation by my funder in this environment of increased scrutiny and accountability?

Can I use evaluation principles and approaches to strengthen my program?

Legal services programs and other non-profit organizations are facing increased scrutiny and accountability from funders and stricter accounting and auditing standards. This environment underscores the value of integrated evaluation systems to support accountability, ongoing learning, change and improvement. Program evaluation allows administration, program staff, clients, funders and other stakeholders to measure the effectiveness and impact of their investments specific to myriad legal services programs and systems, while also achieving critical performance measures.

This conference will provide critical insights and guidance on the tools needed to build evaluation systems for your organization; systems that support ongoing learning, change, improvement and accountability. The conference will focus on three critical areas: professional management of the quality and quantity of legal practice; strategic management of project goals; and entrepreneurial management for growth. Join your colleagues in an interactive learning event that will help you learn:

• How to effectively link evaluation, assessment and organizational development to increase program effectiveness.
• How to institute standardized performance measures using a framework that is consistent with the federal government’s performance measurement criteria.
• Important components of program monitoring and evaluation necessary to make strategic management and programmatic decisions.
• Program evaluation principles and assumptions.
• Steps in assessing the quality and quantity of the services provided.
• Importance of developing a robust quality management system for legal services.

For more information, contact Chuck Wynder.