Theory of Change
Theory of Change is a comprehensive description and illustration of how and why a desired change is expected to happen as a result of a charity’s work.
Theory of Change is a concise description of how what you do as an organisation makes a long term impact.
It is a one page model that shows:
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The difference you aim to make with your work
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Why your work is needed
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How you set about achieving impact.
A carefully created theory of change helps an organisation, its stakeholders, staff and funders to understand a shared sense of purpose. It is also the foundation of an evaluation and impact strategy.
My approach to helping you set out your Theory of Change has four stages:
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Desk-top review of grey literature
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Facilitated workshop with key stakeholders
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Review all background information, consolidate workshop outcomes and produce a draft ToC
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Carefully examine each element of the draft in consultation until consensus is achieved.
I use structured conversations and active, participatory and creative card-sorting activities to ensure that everyone in the room has made a valuable contribution and all voices are heard equally.