The Program Evaluation Guide below provides a comprehensive overview of youth program evaluation, intended for use by government employees working in youth development. The guide aligns with the Los Angeles Citywide Youth Development Strategic Plan and frameworks that promote positive youth development and effective evaluation practices.
- Part 1 covers an overview of youth program evaluation in the City of Los Angeles.
- Part 2 provides details about the key components of a program evaluation.
- Part 3 comprises advanced program evaluation topics.
Youth program evaluation is a systematic process that involves collecting and analyzing data to understand how programs operate, assess whether they are achieving their intended outcomes, and examine their impact on the experiences of youth participants. These insights can inform decisions to strengthen, refine, or expand programs. Evaluation also provides a powerful way to demonstrate program impact at the individual, group, and community levels using data-driven evidence.