Research & Evaluation Projects
As an experienced and CORU-registered social worker with over 15 years in statutory and community-based roles, I offer robust expertise in service/programme evaluations, applied social research, and collaborative report writing. I bring a strong skill set in facilitating collaborative evaluation, developed through working alongside multi-discipline teams to review service delivery, build their capacity for reflective practice, and to co-develop frameworks for service improvement.
My work is trauma-informed and grounded in rights-based values, with a special focus on creating ethical and research-evaluation processes that are outcomes-focused. I specialise in facilitating a mixed-methods approach that empowers teams to integrate qualitative stories with quantitative data, synthesising their collective insights into a clear, evidence-informed model that they can own and use for future service planning.
Ethics & Best Practice
At our core, we believe that credible, impactful research is built on a foundation of unwavering ethical principles. For us, this means conducting every investigation with integrity, guided by a profound respect for persons, beneficence, and social justice. We are committed to protecting the dignity and autonomy of all participants through clear, transparent processes, including fully informed consent.
Our methodologies are carefully designed to maximize positive outcomes and minimize potential harm, ensuring that the benefits and burdens of our research are distributed fairly. This approach not only safeguards individuals but also guarantees the validity and trustworthiness of our findings
What Works in Research
To do social research well, a few key ingredients are essential. Working together is vital, as it allows different people to bring their unique skills and viewpoints to the table, making the final result much stronger. You also need clear thinking and a solid project plan from the start. So you know exactly what question you're trying to answer and how you'll find them.
Things rarely go perfectly to plan, so being flexible and willing to change your approach when needed is crucial. Most importantly, good research must be based on grounded-analysis; meaning that your conclusions come from what you actually see and hear in the real world and are actionable. .
Research Enquiry
Do you have a pressing question about your community, your clients, or your services that needs a clear answer? Whether you're looking to understand local needs, measure the impact of a project, or gather evidence to inform your strategy, our research expertise can provide the clarity you need to move forward with confidence. We specialise in collaborative, on-the-ground research tailored to the unique challenges and goals of organisations like yours. Let's start a conversation about what you want to achieve. Please get in touch for an informal, no-obligation chat to explore how we can help you find the answers that matter.
"Research is formalised curiosity. It is poking
and prying with a purpose."
Zora Neale Hurston