At the Center for Wellness and Nutrition, our research and evaluation services are designed using equity-based principles and approaches to support community-centered solutions, generate relevant data, advance evidence-based learning, and improve health outcomes.
Research for Impact
Rooted in participatory and equity-based approaches, our experienced team conducts mixed-methods research and evaluation to support clients and partners in generating evidence for decision-making and advocacy. We also conduct rigorous research, program evaluation, and data analysis to ensure your public health initiatives are effective and achieve lasting outcomes.
Program Evaluation
What We Do
We assess the effectiveness of health programs and interventions to ensure they meet their intended objectives. Our team uses a variety of methods to provide comprehensive learning and evaluation. Our approaches include:
- Formative, Process, and Outcome Evaluations: Assessing the design, implementation, and impact of your programs.
- Evaluation Plans and Protocols: Developing and implementing detailed evaluation plans and protocols.
- Theory of Change (ToC) and Logic Models: Creating models to support and visualize program implementation.
- Actionable Recommendations: Providing practical suggestions for program improvement.
- Data Collection Tools: Designing and analyzing surveys, focus groups, and other tools for data collection.
- Participatory Evaluation Approaches: Partnering and engaging with communities to collect and learn new information that can lead to action.
Research Studies
What We Do
Our research services generate new knowledge and insights into public health challenges. We conduct studies that inform and guide decision-making for public health policies and programs. Our approaches include:
- Research Study Design and Implementation: Planning and executing comprehensive research studies.
- Data Management and Synthesis: Managing and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data.
- Reporting and Publications: Producing detailed reports and publications to disseminate findings.
- Practical Applications: Translating research findings into actionable strategies.
- Institutional Review Board (IRB) Management: Lead the development and submission of IRB protocols through the Public Health Institute.
Data Analysis and Reporting
What We Do
We provide in-depth data analysis and reporting to guide decision-making and enhance program effectiveness. Our approach includes:
- Comprehensive Data Analysis: Performing detailed data analysis to extract meaningful insights.
- User-Friendly Reports: Creating clear, detailed, and accessible reports.
- Data Visualizations and Mapping: Developing visualizations and maps using software such as Tableau and ArcGIS.
- Strategic Planning Insights: Offering insights to inform strategic planning and policy development.
- Grant Writing Support: Providing robust data and analysis to strengthen grant proposals.
- Facilitate Data Sense-Making: Facilitate sense-making meetings to understand how communities interpret results and to promote community ownership of data and solutions.
