The idea behind the space

Evaluation reports are not always visible, accessible or easy to find.

We know that effective evaluation is needed to inform practice, research and policymaking. So we want to make sure this knowledge is shared as widely as possible.

In these resources you will find key insights from different evaluations as well as tips on how you can apply the knowledge in your own evaluation work.

Who this space is for

This online space is free to access and available for anyone who has an interest in the evaluation of cultural activities.

This includes cultural practitioners and organisations, as well as academics, researchers, evaluators and students, or others with a focus on cultural activity.

The resources will also be of interest to funders and policymakers.

How to use the resources

Our first resources focus on the theme of Cities and Capitals of Culture. Read the resources in full or go straight to the sections that are most relevant. Some resources also have audio clips that offer further insights into the evaluation projects and our analysis.

At the end of each resource, you’ll find links to other resources you may find useful.

You can also take a look at the Centre’s Evaluation Principles, a series of guiding principles the sector has co-created to inform evaluation practice. In some of the resources, we will highlight how the principles have been used in the evaluations we have looked at.

We will be adding more resources to the space over the year. Follow the Centre on X or LinkedIn, or sign up to our newsletter to hear about new resources.

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