aes24 International Evaluation Conference

Authors: Skye Trudgett (Kowa ),Sharmay Brierley (Kowa, AU)

This ignite presentation will delve into the pioneering evaluation within the education sector, where a series of education initiatives were designed and implemented by Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCO's) and mainstream Education partners to uplift and support young First Nations peoples. We will uncover how the initiative's evaluation framework was revolutionarily constructed with First Nations communities at its heart, applying the reimagining evaluation framework, utilising diverse data collection methods and producing Community Reports that reflect First Nations experiences and voices.

Attendees will be guided through the evaluative journey, showcasing the incorporation of wisdom to demonstrate the profound value of community-delivered initiatives that contribute to change. The session will highlight the success stories and learnings, emphasising how this approach not only benefits the current generation but also lays the groundwork for the prosperity of future generations.