Checklist for people with disability, families and allies
You can use this checklist to support you when taking part in evaluation.
1. Plan
Deciding to take part
| Things to think about | Yes |
|---|---|
| You know why you want to take part in the evaluation. | |
| You know what you must do and how to do it. | |
| You know how much time you need to give. | |
| You know if you will get paid. | |
| You know what supports you can get. This includes adjustments and accommodations. | |
| You understand how the evaluation will use your information. |
Evaluation purpose
| Things to think about | Yes |
|---|---|
| You know what the evaluation is trying to achieve. | |
| You know what questions the evaluation will ask. |
Evaluation scope
| Things to think about | Yes |
|---|---|
| You understand what is and is not included in the evaluation. | |
| You have ideas about what can happen to make change. |
Community stakeholders
| Things to think about | Yes |
|---|---|
| You know who is impacted by the work that is being evaluated. |
Your role in the evaluation
| Things to think about | Yes |
|---|---|
| If you are part of the design work, think about what you want to share. | |
| If you are part of collecting data, you know what is expected of you. | |
| If you are part of analysing data, you know what is expected of you. | |
| If you are part of reporting and sharing information about the findings, you know what is expected of you. |
Data collection and information gathering
| Things to think about | Yes |
|---|---|
| You know when and how data collection will take place. | |
| You have been clear about any supports, accommodations or adjustments you need to fully take part in the data collection. | |
| You know what tools will be used to collect data. For example, interview guides or questionnaires. | |
| You’ve shared your ideas about tools to collect data that you think would be helpful. For example, kitchen table conversations and Photovoice. |
2. Do
Data analysis and reporting
| Things to think about | Yes |
|---|---|
| You understand how the data will be analysed. | |
| You know how the evaluation will present its findings. For example, through a report or a video. |
3. Use
Findings
| Things to think about | Yes |
|---|---|
| You know what the plan is for after the evaluation. | |
| You know if you will get a copy of the evaluation report. | |
| You know how to find out more information. For example, the final report. | |
| You know how to find out whether the evaluation was used to make changes. |