Effective Communication begin should well before the final report is prepared. Embedding communication throughout the evaluation process help in fostering learning, ownership, and action among stakeholders.
Effective and low-cost approaches should encourage two-way engagement with program stakeholders to interpret results in their own languages and propose feasible solutions and this include the Use of local radios Stations and community dialogue. In my recent program, for example, a youth-led radio discussion on education outcomes inspired families to support the reintegration of school dropouts into both formal and vocational training in Northern Uganda.
Collaboration with community development officers, faith leaders, and VSLA facilitators has been instrumental in reaching audiences with limited literacy or access to digital platforms. The main challenge remains balancing communication needs with limited budgets and time constraints, yet participatory methods continue to yield strong results.
combining feedback tools such as suggestion boxes, focus group discussion to help with reflections, and home visits for follow-ups. Most importantly Observable behavioral changes such as caregivers starting small enterprises or improved school attendance serve as indicators that communication has translated into practical use.
Inclusion, effective evaluation communication should go beyond sharing information and connect evidence and action. When evaluators prioritize participation, use context-sensitive and multilingual approaches, and employ local platforms, they transform findings into community-driven solutions. Visuals, storytelling, and ongoing feedback ensure that learning does not end with a report but continues to influence behavioral changes , strengthen accountability, and inspire lasting change within communities..
RE: Beyond the final report: What does it take to communicate evaluation well?
Uganda
Obal Ronald
MEAL Officer
Laminopabo Child Development Center
Posted on 03/11/2025
Effective Communication begin should well before the final report is prepared. Embedding communication throughout the evaluation process help in fostering learning, ownership, and action among stakeholders.
Effective and low-cost approaches should encourage two-way engagement with program stakeholders to interpret results in their own languages and propose feasible solutions and this include the Use of local radios Stations and community dialogue. In my recent program, for example, a youth-led radio discussion on education outcomes inspired families to support the reintegration of school dropouts into both formal and vocational training in Northern Uganda.
Collaboration with community development officers, faith leaders, and VSLA facilitators has been instrumental in reaching audiences with limited literacy or access to digital platforms. The main challenge remains balancing communication needs with limited budgets and time constraints, yet participatory methods continue to yield strong results.
combining feedback tools such as suggestion boxes, focus group discussion to help with reflections, and home visits for follow-ups. Most importantly Observable behavioral changes such as caregivers starting small enterprises or improved school attendance serve as indicators that communication has translated into practical use.
Inclusion, effective evaluation communication should go beyond sharing information and connect evidence and action. When evaluators prioritize participation, use context-sensitive and multilingual approaches, and employ local platforms, they transform findings into community-driven solutions. Visuals, storytelling, and ongoing feedback ensure that learning does not end with a report but continues to influence behavioral changes , strengthen accountability, and inspire lasting change within communities..