A holistic evaluation requires more than measuring change. It requires understanding the experiences, relationships, and contexts that shape that change.

Working across a wide range of clients and evaluation types offers a unique advantage—the opportunity to apply lessons learned in one context to another. Over time, certain principles and practices consistently emerge as key to meaningful, effective evaluation: 1. Engage Stakeholders Early—Especially Those Involved in Implementation and Data Collection; 2. Be Strategic and Selective with Data Collection; and 3. Prioritize Ongoing Communication Throughout the Project.