Have your say! Invitation to focus groups for IDEA programme
The external evaluator for IDEA’s 2022-26 programme ( Liverpool World Centre (LWC), is seeking IDEA members to participate in the final evaluation of IDEA’s 2022-26 programme funded by Irish Aid as well as a needs analysis exercise for next 5 years.
There will be four focus groups organised to have your say. These groups aim to gather your views on:
- the effectiveness of IDEA’s work in key areas over the 5 years of their current strategic partnership with Irish Aid
- the future needs of members. This will help IDEA’s planning for future funding applications and programmes, and where it can best contribute to these needs.
Focus groups 1, 2 and 4 are offered online. Focus group 3 is offered in-person, to follow IDEA's AGM. Please use the Eventbrite links provided to register. More information and Zoom links will be sent prior to each group, but if you have questions before signing up, please do email me at andrea@liverpoolworldcentre.org.
We would greatly appreciate it if each IDEA member can attend at least one of the following focus groups.
- Focus group: IDEA as a network - we are interested in your views on IDEA’s work in supporting a vibrant and active network that engages and fosters connections and collaboration among diverse members Location, date and time: Online, Tuesday 12 May, 11.30am - 12.30pm
Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1987981511215?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Focus group: IDEA trainings and events - we are interested in your views on all of IDEA’s trainings, events, conferences and knowledge shares, both in-person and online.
- Location, date and time: Online, Wednesday 20 May, 9.15-10.15am
- Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/focus-group-2-tickets-1987981511215?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Focus group: evaluation and needs analysis - this session is offered as part IDEA’s AGM day and will be an opportunity to feed into the ongoing final evaluation and needs analysis.
- Location, date and time: In-person at IDEA office, Tuesday 26 May, 1.15 - 3.30pm
- Please register here for AGM and focus group: https://www.ideaonline.ie/idea-agm-and-evaluation-and-needs-analysis
- Focus group: measuring and demonstrating impact of DE/GCE - we are interested in your views on all aspects of IDEA’s work on measuring and demonstrating impact, including work on the Theory of Impact model
- Location, date and time: Online, Tuesday 09 June, 11.30am - 12.30pm
- Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1987982034781?aff=oddtdtcreator
Thank you so much for your time and support.
The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA), in partnership with Concern Worldwide, is undertaking research on Global North - South partnerships in Global Citizenship Education/ Development Education, with a focus on collaborations between organisations on the island of Ireland and organisations and communities in the Global South. The research aims to identify good practices and develop practical guidance that can support organisations in strengthening equitable partnerships as central to quality GCE/DE. It is important to stress this research focuses on partnerships or collaborations with educational purposes in the context of facilitating GCE/DE . This means that organisations, educators and learners work together on activities that enable people to understand the root causes of injustice and inequality at local and global levels, and prepare them to engage and build a more just and sustainable future. These activities are guided by principles such as recognition of the knowledge of all partners, mutual learning, solidarity, and an understanding of how local and global issues, people, and systems are interconnected. We would greatly value your contribution to this research. Your contributions will help inform IDEA´s ongoing work to support the sector and IDEA members, while also informing Concern Worldwide´s Global Citizenship programme. Findings will be shared (in an aggregate manner or with prior permission) in a workshop in Dublin/Hybrid on 25 November 2026. You can contribute by: Completing a short survey here. You can remain anonymous - unless you decide to complete optional questions with details of your practices; Agreeing to an online interview; approx 30-45 minutes; Sharing information about your practice via email; Taking part in a session to discuss the findings and provide feedback to a practical guide on the topic.
IDEA is seeking a consultant to analyse data captured during the pilot of the Theory of Impact for the GCE tool. The purpose of this assignment is both to understand what the pilot data can tell us about the contribution and reach of GCE activity, and to identify what IDEA can learn from the pilot data to strengthen the quality, consistency and usefulness of future data collection. Timeframe Deadline to apply: Tuesday, 06 October, 1.00pm Initial briefing with IDEA staff: Friday, 09 October First draft of report due: Wednesday, 21 October, 1.00pm Feedback from IDEA: Thursday, 29 October Final report due: Monday, 02 November Presentation of findings (provisional dates): Members involved in the pilot and impact measurement process: Friday, 06 November Public event for IDEA members and interested stakeholders: Thursday, 19 November How to Apply Please submit: A concise CV (maximum 2-3 pages) A proposal outlining: Relevant experience Referees for similar work A brief description of your proposed methodology The proposed number of days required Details of staff involved (where relevant) Your fee Please send your completed application to lizzy@ideaonline.ie and elaine@ideaonline.ie by Tuesday, 06 October, 1.00pm. The full terms of reference is here
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