Reporting and Communicating Evaluation Findings in Non-Profit Programs
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-pr-ev-bt-pr-08
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About the Article
Effective reporting and communication ensure that evaluation findings inform decision-making, strengthen accountability, and support organizational learning. This article explores structured approaches to writing evaluation reports, emphasizing executive summaries, methodological transparency, and actionable recommendations. It highlights the use of data visualization—charts, infographics, dashboards—to present complex findings clearly and engage diverse stakeholders. Strategies for tailoring communication to funders, practitioners, and community members are discussed, alongside practices for transparency, peer review, and stakeholder validation. Special attention is given to culturally responsive reporting, including plain language, translation, and inclusive presentation formats. By adopting standardized templates, participatory approaches, and ethical practices, non-profits can ensure that evaluation findings are not only credible but also accessible and applied in practice.
Key Topics
- Structuring evaluation reports
- Data visualization and presentation techniques
- Tailoring communication to diverse stakeholders
- Transparency, credibility, and ethical reporting
- Standardization and use of templates
- Culturally responsive and inclusive reporting
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Reporting and Communicating Evaluation Findings in Non-Profit Programs. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-pr-ev-bt-pr-08
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