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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Join AEA's Evaluation Policy Task Force for a Town Hall introducing the newly updated 2026 Evaluation Roadmap for a More Effective Government. 🗓️ June 16 | 2 p.m. ET 🎤 Kathryn Newcomer and Nate Varnell Register: smithbucklin.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

The George Julnes Endowed Social Betterment Conference Award supports emerging evaluators presenting at #Eval26—recognizing work that aligns with Dr. Julnes' vision of evaluation as a tool for justice and meaningful change. 📅 Apply by Thursday, June: ow.ly/939W50Z2wFq

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Communities of Practice (CoPs) offer a powerful way to support learning and strengthen evaluation. Participants will explore how CoPs can advance evaluative thinking, professional learning, and MEL practice by working with the core elements. Learn more: ow.ly/x3CB50Z6SL4

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Hosted in collaboration with the African Evaluation Association, the International Task Force, and AEA’s Democracy, Rights, and Governance TIG, this roundtable discusses evaluation’s role in navigating complex challenges. 🗓️ June 4 ⏰ 2 p.m. ET Register: ow.ly/34Xf50Z2wF7

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Register for AEA's Summer Workshop in Washington, D.C. to learn practical frameworks for assessing AI tools based on real-world impact. 🗓️ June 24 ⏰ 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. ET 🎤 Speaker: Kevin Hong Claim your spot before the early bird discount ends Friday, June 4: ow.ly/7FHJ50Z2wBu

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

AEA and the family and friends of Dr. George Julnes are honored to continue his legacy of advancing evaluation for social betterment. 📢 Students and new evaluators (within 5 years) are encouraged to apply. 📅 Apply by Thursday, June 4: ow.ly/aO2050Z2wAO

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Join us Friday, May 29, at 10 a.m. ET, for our first "Last Friday" listening session, where we will share the goals of these conversations and set the tone for future dialogues. Members - Login to learn more and register: ow.ly/4pWF50Z3mC9

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

We're excited to introduce Last Fridays--monthly listening sessions to ask questions and get updates about AEA. Sessions will take place on the final Friday of each month at 10 a.m. ET. Our first session is this Friday, May 29. Login to learn more: ow.ly/P0uS50Z2wAe

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Join us next week for a virtual coffee break conversation exploring best practices for applying participatory approaches in evaluation. 📅 Tuesday, May 26 | 2 p.m. ET 🎤 Presenter: Tiffany Smith, MS Free for AEA members; register now: ow.ly/F2LJ50Z3myk

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Collaborating with the African Evaluation Association, the International Task Force, and AEA’s Democracy, Rights, and Governance TIG, learn how evaluation can strengthen democracy, advance human rights, and respond to today’s global “polycrisis.” Register: ow.ly/fMC550Z2wmG

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

As the evaluation field faces political pressures that threaten evidence-based practice and transparency, Tarek Azzam's AJE article, "The Role of Research on Evaluation in Sustaining Democratic Values," delivers a timely call to action. Log in to read: ow.ly/lUTi50Z2wjj

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Deadline Approaching: Apply for the AEA Graduate Education Diversity Internship Today The GEDI program works to engage and support students from groups traditionally underrepresented in the field of evaluation. Apply by Friday, May 15: ow.ly/x6Bj50YWNXZ

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Did you participate in this year's Hackathon? Join us Thursday, May 14, at 2:00 p.m. ET for "Making Sense of What We Made: A Hackathon Debrief," for a closing session blending celebration, reflection, and community sensemaking. Register now: ow.ly/I13x50YWNXE

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

In "How Positionality Shapes Equitable Evaluation: A Latina Emerging Evaluator’s Autoethnography," by Mayra M. Tirado, autoethnography reveals how power, culture, vulnerability, and resilience shape evaluation practice. Log in to read the AJE article now: ow.ly/MUhi50YWNXr

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

AEA welcomes applications for its Graduate Education Diversity Internship (GEDI) Program. The GEDI program works to engage and support students from groups traditionally underrepresented in the field of evaluation. Apply by May 15: ow.ly/OLFF50YVhKo

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Thank you to all who participated in this year's Hackathon! We had over 25 individual submissions, more than double last year's participation! Take a moment to browse the gallery of submissions: merl-tech.github.io/AEA-MTI-HACKATH… #AEA #Evaluation #Eval

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

AEA and the ICCE TIG are pleased to invite professional evaluators living and experiencing financial hardship to submit applications for International Travel Awards to attend and present at #Eval26, Nov. 16-20, in Charlotte, NC, USA. Apply by May 8: ow.ly/PMsW50YVhBv

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

"Assessing the Usefulness of Health Outcome Measures in the Evaluation of a Mature Program," by Sharon L. Newbill, examines the SW Ag Center, highlighting how strong outcome measures demonstrate the case for sustained funding. Read the AJE article: ow.ly/JzQX50YVhv8

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Explore how systems thinking can strengthen every stage of evaluation—from framing questions to interpreting impact in complex environments. 🗓️ May 7-14 ⏰ Noon–3:00 p.m. ET | Two half-day workshops 🎤 Mari Gasiorowicz and Sandra Laursen Learn more: ow.ly/CF6Z50YUCyE

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Thanks to all who participated in this year's Hackathon! We had 25+ submissions: ow.ly/FZcH50YSAQF Join us May 14 at 2 p.m. ET for "Making Sense of What We Made: A Hackathon Debrief," for a closing session blending celebration and reflection: ow.ly/AJ0b50YSAQE

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

📣Application Deadline Extended: Editor-in-Chief For the American Journal of Evaluation 📣 Applications are now due by Friday, May 1. AEA members, learn more about the duties and qualifications, as well as how to apply for the role: ow.ly/yTjF50YQzVg #AEA #Evaluation #Eval

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Submit a proposal for Evaluation 2026, Nov. 16-20 in Charlotte, NC! #Eval26 offers an opportunity to share your insights, experiences, and innovations with a highly engaged audience of more than a thousand evaluation professionals. Submit before May 1: ow.ly/753C50YNKIE

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Explore how systems thinking can strengthen every stage of evaluation—from framing questions to interpreting impact in complex environments. 🗓️ May 7-14 ⏰ Noon–3:00 p.m. ET 🎤 Mari Gasiorowicz and Sandra Laursen Learn more: ow.ly/hEUK50YNKG4

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

We welcome applications for the GEDI Program to provide paid internship and training opportunities during the academic year. The program engages and supports students from groups traditionally underrepresented in the field of evaluation. Apply by May 15: ow.ly/GUVX50YNwsj

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

AEA and the International and Cross-Cultural Evaluation (ICCE) TIG invite evaluators experiencing financial hardship to submit applications for International Travel Awards to attend and present at #Eval26, Nov. 16-20, in Charlotte, NC, USA. Apply now: ow.ly/ZEV550YNwgF

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

AEA is participating in the CES webinar: "Remembering Who We Are — Afrocentric Evaluation, Memory, & Field-Building." We'll explore cultural context and containers of care that support truth-telling and healing in evaluation: ow.ly/BbHS50YPw8G 🗓️ April 29 ⏰ Noon ET

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Have questions about the GEDI program? Join the GEDI Program Leadership today for an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the program and discuss program experience from the scholar's perspective. 🗓️ April 27 ⏰ 3 p.m. ET Register: ow.ly/4ARP50YNvY1

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

📣Application Deadline Extended: Editor-in-Chief For the American Journal of Evaluation 📣 AEA members, please check your email to learn the duties and qualifications, as well as how to apply for the role. Applications are now due by Friday, May 1. #AEA #Evaluation #Eval

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Submit a proposal for Evaluation 2026! #Eval26 offers an opportunity to share your insights, experiences, and innovations with a highly engaged audience of more than a thousand evaluation professionals. Submit before May 1: www.evaluationconference.org/Progra…

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Have questions about the GEDI program? Join the GEDI Program Leadership for an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the program and discuss program experience from the scholar's perspective. 🗓️ Monday, April 27 ⏰ 3:00 p.m. ET Register Now: ow.ly/x6yQ50YNvI8

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

The Ricardo Millett Award for Racial Equity in Evaluation is established to honor the pioneering work and legacy of Ricardo Millett in advancing equity and inclusion in evaluation. 📅 Apply by: April 24 🔗 Submit: www.eval.org/About/Awards/Ricardo-M…

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

AEA and the International and Cross-Cultural Evaluation (ICCE) TIG invite evaluators living and practicing in developing, lower and middle-income, and under-resourced countries to attend #Eval26, Nov. 16-20, in Charlotte, NC, USA. Apply by May 8: ow.ly/EfUY50YNvzR

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Discover how culturally responsive and equitable evaluation (CREE) centers community voices and advances social justice when working with Latine and BIPOC communities. 🗓️ April 28–29 ⏰ 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. ET 🎤 Lisa Aponte-Soto Learn more: ow.ly/4L9I50YNvuK

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

AEA depends on the dedication and expertise of volunteers to create a quality program for the annual conference. We invite members to participate in the #Eval26 proposal review process by serving as a reviewer or joining a stream team. Apply by May 22: ow.ly/THWS50YNe5n

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Apply for the AEA Graduate Education Diversity Internship (GEDI)! AEA welcomes applications for its GEDI Program, which provides paid internship and training opportunities during the academic year. Apply by Friday, May 15: ow.ly/otb350YNcYL

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Happening this week, AEA and The MERL Tech Initiative are excited to present the 2026 Hackathon! Participate in this hybrid hackathon, which challenges participants to create ethical AI-powered solutions for real-world evaluation problems: ow.ly/CcGq50YNcW3

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

AEA invites you to submit a proposal for Evaluation 2026. #Eval26 offers an opportunity to share your insights, experiences, and innovations with an engaged audience of evaluation professionals. Submit a proposal before May 1: www.evaluationconference.org/Progra…

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

This week is National Volunteer Appreciation Week, and AEA is proud to celebrate the dedication and contributions of our incredible volunteers. Your commitment and continued service do not go unnoticed—we rely on your guidance and expertise to help strengthen our programs.

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Discover how empowerment evaluation puts communities in the driver’s seat—building capacity, accountability, and meaningful change. 🗓️ April 20 ⏰ Noon–3:00 p.m. ET | Half-day (3 hours) 🎤 David Fetterman Learn more: ow.ly/8kaX50YIisA #Evaluation #Eval #AEA

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

AEA and The MERL Tech Initiative are excited to present the 2026 Hackathon—Virtual Edition! Happening the weeks of April 12 and 19, the hackathon challenges participants to create ethical AI-powered solutions for real-world evaluation problems. Start now: ow.ly/QKY750YIi3H

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Join the AEA Policy Task Force this week for a virtual Town Hall on April 14 at 2 p.m. ET, as we bring together practitioners and policy experts to share strategies for engaging the policy process on behalf of evaluation and data. Register: ow.ly/cpBo50YGj7a

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

The Ricardo Millett Award for Racial Equity in Evaluation is established to honor the pioneering work and legacy of Ricardo Millett. This award recognizes those who have made contributions to advancing racial equity through evaluation practices. Submit: ow.ly/zOPn50YGj65

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Nominations for the 2026 AEA Awards are open! Help us recognize outstanding contributions to evaluation—nominate a colleague or submit a supported self‑nomination: www.eval.org/About/Awards/Submissio… Winners announced in August and celebrated at #Eval26 in Charlotte!

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Join the AEA Policy Task Force for a virtual Town Hall on April 14 at 2:00 p.m. ET, as we bring together practitioners and policy experts to share strategies for engaging the policy process on behalf of evaluation and data. Register: ow.ly/fTU350YGj49

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American Evaluation Association (AEA) @amevalassociation.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

This interactive workshop introduces a creative, participatory, and equity-centered approach using LEGO® Serious Play® to bring logic models to life. 🗓️ April 10 and 17 ⏰ 11–2 p.m. ET 🎤 Dana Benjamin and Danelle Marable Learn more: ow.ly/uxEa50YGj3R

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