Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Building evaluation into your everyday work means evidence of your impact is available whenever you need it. ✅ Join our free Resource Session on Wednesday to learn about our Embedding Evaluation Checklist. Book your place ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/resou... 001
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 14/09/2026When evaluation is embedded within your organisational culture, evidence of your impact is available whenever you need it. ✅ Join our workshop to explore how evaluation can become part of your day-to-day practice ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/embed... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Our guide 'Making it stick' will help you think about why evaluation is important to your organisation and how to encourage staff, volunteers and trustees to embed evaluation into your organisation’s day-to-day work. 💡 Find the guide here ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/ma... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Looking to build your evaluation skills? 💡 Join our 'Let's Evaluate!' programme to learn the fundamentals or delve deeper with our topic specific workshops such as Evaluating Prevention and Evaluating Policy Influence ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/ 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 27/08/2026Not sure where to start with your evaluation? 🤔 Our evaluation planning tool can help you to plan your monitoring and evaluation. Now available as an editable PDF and Excel sheet, find the resource here ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/ev...evaluationsupportscotland.org.ukESS Evaluation Tool: Evaluation Planning Template - Evaluation Support ScotlandThis template is a simple tool to help you plan your monitoring and evaluation. 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Can you actually evaluate policy influence? And if so, how? Join us for our workshop next week to learn practical tips and tools that will help you navigate this challenge. 🧭 Register here ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/epi-a... Date: 26/08/26, 09:30am – 12:30pm Location: Onlineevaluationsupportscotland.org.ukEvaluating Policy Influence (Summer 2026/27) - Evaluation Support ScotlandSo can you actually evaluate policy influence - and how? There are no magic answers! But this half day workshop will provide practical tips and tools on how to tackle the challenge. 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 18/08/2026📣 Evaluation Leaders: save the dates for our upcoming Evaluation Leaders' Network meetings. - 17/09/26 - 18/11/26 - 22/02/26 Interested in joining the Evaluation Leaders’ Network? Find out more about the network and how to get involved ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/what-we-do/s... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Our Funders workshop is this Thursday! 🎯 Grants Officers: Improve your understanding of self-evaluation and make the most of your relationships with the organisations you fund. 🗓️ Thursday 13th August 2026, 10.00 am – 1.00 pm Book your place ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/getti... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 28/07/2026By storing quotes in a spreadsheet, you can easily track their source and context, as well as check whether you have permission to share them publicly. Download our quote bank template here ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/qu... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Do you need help applying evaluation in your role? 💡 See how Evaluation Mentoring could support you ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/what-we-do/s... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Logic models can help you to think about why your project or programme exists, why you do what you do, and why you think that makes a difference.💡 Find our free interactive logic model template here ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/in...evaluationsupportscotland.org.ukESS Evaluation Tool: Interactive Logic Model Template - Evaluation Support ScotlandThis interactive template allows you to create your own logic model which you can save, edit, share with your colleagues and print. 010
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 08/07/2026Does your support include physical activity or sport? Do you work towards health-related outcomes? 🤸♀️ Thrive Training gives you the tools and resources you need to get the best out of your practices! Starts 19/08/26. Book your place today ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/thriv... 010
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 22/06/2026As a small charity, we’re proud that by helping other charities measure and explain their impact, we strengthen the sector’s ability to deliver the best services for those who need them. ✅ 100
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Our latest blog looks back at Self-Evaluation Week, which we launched to mark our 21st birthday this May. Across the week, people celebrated their impact and reflected on how self evaluation has helped them make a difference 👉 evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/news/celebra... 010
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 09/06/2026We’re recruiting for new trustees to join our board! We’re looking for people who are excited about our vision, can help us to deliver our strategy, and support us as we continue to evolve. Find out more ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/about/vacanc... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 08/06/2026All our networks are free to join - see if there is a network you’d like to get involved with! 👉 evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/homepage/net... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 25/05/2026💡| New Resource Session dates. In these short lunchtime sessions we will introduce one of our resources and share tips to help you get the most out of it, you’ll also have the chance to ask any questions. Sign-up here ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/event-series... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 11/05/2026Next week is the first ever Self‑Evaluation Week! 🎉 Join us in celebrating the difference you make. Share a story, insight, achievement, or moment of impact using #SelfEvaluationWeek or tag us! 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 06/05/2026Are you struggling to gather outcome evidence? We suggest asking yourself 2 key questions: Am I asking the right questions? Are my methods fit-for-purpose? Learn more about choosing & designing suitable evaluation methods ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/es... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 20/04/2026What does “good” evaluation look like in practice..? In this guest blog for the @ukevaluation.bsky.social we outline our 5 principles for good evaluation and share real life examples that show what these principles look like in action. Find the blog here ➡️ evaluation.org.uk/five_princip...evaluation.org.ukFive principles for good evaluationWhat makes evaluation genuinely useful? In this guest blog, Evaluation Support Scotland share five practical principles to help organisations strengthen their evaluation. 000
Reposted by Evaluation Support Scotlandgoodmovesjobs.bsky.social @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social · 09/04/2026@evalsupscot.bsky.social is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and highly organised Finance and Business Manager to join their small, friendly team tinyurl.com/mu4cnr4m £37,258 pro-rata Edinburgh #charityjob 021
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 06/04/2026Could you be our new Finance & Business Manager? 💡 We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic & highly organised Finance & Business Manager to join our small, friendly team. Visit our website to find our more about the role & how to apply! ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/about/vacanc...evaluationsupportscotland.org.ukVacancies - Evaluation Support ScotlandInterested in joining the ESS team? Check our Vacancies! 010
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 23/03/2026Logic models can help you to think about why your project or programme exists, why you do what you do, and why you think that makes a difference. 💡 Download our template to create your own logic model! ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/in... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 16/03/2026For the past (almost!) 21 years we have been helping organisations to measure and explain their impact. To mark our milestone birthday this May we’re launching Self-Evaluation Week. 🎉 Join in and celebrate the difference your work makes! ✨ ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/21st/ 001
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 12/03/2026In evaluation, evidence helps us answer questions such as ‘Did we make a difference?’, ‘When did we make the most difference?’ and ‘What did we learn?’. But are some kinds of evidence better than others…? Read our latest blog to find out! ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/news/what-is...evaluationsupportscotland.org.ukWhat is the best kind of evidence for evaluation? - Evaluation Support ScotlandIn evaluation, evidence helps us answer questions such as ‘Did we make a difference?’ & ‘What did we learn?’. But are some kinds of evidence better than others…? 010
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 26/02/2026Earlier this month we were at the SCVO's The Gathering – delivering a session as well as exhibiting. Here our team share their highlights from the event! ⬇️ 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 27/01/2026Are your evaluation methods fit-for-purpose? Do they enable you to collect strong outcome evidence? 🔍 In this blog our Senior Training Officer talks about how using fit-for-purpose evaluation methods can make life easier for all involved ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/news/how-usi...evaluationsupportscotland.org.ukHow using fit-for-purpose evaluation methods can make life easier - Evaluation Support ScotlandIn this blog our Senior Training Officer talks about how using fit-for-purpose evaluation methods can make life easier for all those involved. 001
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 12/01/2026Free resource sessions are back! In this series of short lunchtime sessions, we will introduce a resource and share tips to help you get the most out of it. Book now 👉 evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/resou... 032
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 10/12/2025We’re delighted to be hosting an event - 'the Joy of Clear Outcomes' - at the Gathering 2026! Join us and SCVO on the 10th and 11th of February at the EICC! Booking now open for SCVO members ➡️ scvo.scot/the-gatherin... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 22/10/2025🚨 New workshop dates 🚨 Including: - An additional round of 'Evaluating Prevention’ - New workshop ‘Why bother involving people in evaluation’ - The return of our funder workshop 'Getting the best from your grantholders'. See what you could learn!💡➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/ 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 09/10/2025🚨 Additional workshop date added for Evaluating Prevention Prevention work is challenging & complex – our workshop provides practical tips & tools on how to tackle the challenge 🛠️ 📅 22/04/2026 🕙 10:00am - 1:00pm 🖥️ Online Secure your place now ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/evalu...evaluationsupportscotland.org.ukEvaluating Prevention (Spring 2026) - Evaluation Support ScotlandPrevention work is challenging and complex – evaluating the difference this work makes can be especially difficult. While there are no magic answers, this workshop will provide practical tips and tool... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 29/09/2025Did you know we offer Shared Learning Programmes? 💡 See our infographic below to learn about the benefits of this way of reporting. & Learn more about Shared Learning Programmes here: evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/ne... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 22/09/2025Join our Autumn 'Let's Evaluate!' programme to learn how to measure your impact and explain the difference your work makes. 🍂 Register for the Autumn 2025 learning programme ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/le-no... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 16/09/2025Social media can be a good source for unsolicited feedback that can supplement other evidence.... however, it can only be a useful source of evidence if you capture it! 💡 See our resource to find out how ➡️ 📝 evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/us...evaluationsupportscotland.org.ukESS Evaluation Method: Using social media to evaluate other activities - Evaluation Support ScotlandSocial media can be a good source for unsolicited feedback that can supplement other evidence. Make sure you capture it! 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 10/09/2025Navigating the evaluation pathway is a good way of getting started with your evaluation, or checking that you are progressing. Our new resource provides guidance to help you with each step of the pathway. 🌀 Find the resource here 💡 ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/th... 010
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 01/09/2025📣 Evaluation Leaders - save the dates! Upcoming meetings: - 10:00-11:30, 4th September - 10:00-11:30, 15th December - 10:00-11:30, 10th March Interested in joining the Evaluation Leaders’ Network? Learn more here 🔍 ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/what-we-do/s... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 11/08/2025💡| New to self-evaluation or looking for a refresher? Let’s Evaluate! Lite begins in just a few weeks! This compact workshop is designed to help you get started with simple evaluation systems. ✏️ Sign-up now ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/events/le-li... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 23/07/2025Last month we jointly hosted the research symposium ‘Perspectives on Scotland’s third sector impact’ with TSRF, @vssn1.bsky.social, University of Glasgow, YouthLink Scotland, Volunteer Scotland and SCVO. 111
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 15/07/2025...Now we’d like to hear from the Funders! 🚨 Do you provide grant support? How important is it that your grant holders have sufficient evaluation procedures in place? We want to know! ➡️ forms.office.com/e/gR0dzpiu6w Your answers will shape our future and the support we give – thank you! 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 09/07/2025📣 At the end of 2024 we issued our survey the ‘Big Listen’ with the aim of learning how we can respond positively to the challenges facing the third sector. See a summary of our findings here 💡 ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/es... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 24/06/2025It’s #SmallCharityWeek! As a small charity, we’re proud that by helping other charities measure & explain their impact, the sector is better equipped to deliver the best services for those who need them. ✅ 100
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 12/06/2025⭐ New workshop: 'Let's Evaluate! Lite' is a 1-day workshop designed to help you get started with simple evaluation systems. Workshop dates: 🍂 Autumn: 18/09/25, 9:30am - 4:30pm 🌼 Spring: 04/03/26 & 11/03/26, 10:00am – 1:00pm Secure your place now➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/event-series... 000
Reposted by Evaluation Support ScotlandVoluntary Sector Studies Network @vssn1.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Gary Walsh, @evalsupscot.bsky.social, joined us to share reflections on how third sector organisations can demonstrate their impact and embed learning into delivery. Great to have him as part of the discussion at Perspectives on Scotland’s Third Sector Impact @uofglasgow.bsky.social 021
Reposted by Evaluation Support ScotlandMeg W @megw15.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Big thanks to @vssn1.bsky.social @evalsupscot.bsky.social @uofglasgow.bsky.social @scvo.scot @volunteerscotland.bsky.social Youth Link for such an interesting and thought provoking day #volunteering #research #community 021
Reposted by Evaluation Support ScotlandVoluntary Sector Studies Network @vssn1.bsky.social · 11/06/2025📸 It’s a wrap! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at Perspectives on Scotland’s Third Sector Impact! Proud to have co-hosted with @scvo.scot, @evalsupscot.bsky.social (Third Sector Research Forum), @volunteerscotland.bsky.social, Youth Link Scotland and @uofglasgow.bsky.social. 062
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 29/05/2025Good evaluation should be used by you💡 Our 'Acting on your learning' support guide helps you think about how you could use the learning from your evaluation. Find the support guide - which includes examples - here➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/es... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 22/05/2025All of our networks are free to join. 💡 See if there is a network you’d like to be part of! ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/homepage/net... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 13/05/2025Good evaluation should fit the way you do your work. 🧩 Use our embedding evaluation checklist to reflect on what in your organisation is helping make evaluation happen, and what could be improved. 💡 ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/em... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 06/05/2025Not sure if your evaluation is good enough? Use our 5 Principles for good evaluation self-assessment template to identify if there is room for improvement, and which principle you want to focus on first. ➡️ evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/resources/5-... 000
Evaluation Support Scotland @evalsupscot.bsky.social · 01/05/2025Good evaluation should be about what matters. ❤️ The focus of evaluation is outcomes – what difference you make (or not), how you make that difference, and to whom. However, if you provide support or run services that prevents something, the difference can be hard to evaluate… 🤷 100