The Role of Impact Assessment in Strengthening Non-Profit Accountability and Effectiveness
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-impcassmsrcmm-01
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About the Article
Impact assessment has become a cornerstone of accountability and effectiveness in the non-profit sector. This article explores its strategic role in strengthening organizational credibility, informing decision-making, and improving long-term sustainability. Through a combination of theory and practical insight, it examines the development of metrics, the integration of qualitative and quantitative methods, and the communication of results through accessible and ethical reporting. Emphasis is placed on how assessment supports fundraising, stakeholder trust, and adaptive learning, especially in resource-constrained environments. The analysis demonstrates that impact assessment is not merely an evaluative tool but a strategic process that embeds reflection, learning, and evidence-based practice at the heart of non-profit management.
Key Topics
- Impact assessment frameworks and methodologies
- Non-profit accountability and transparency
- Program evaluation and effectiveness
- Data-driven and evidence-based decision-making
- Stakeholder trust and engagement
- Ethical and participatory evaluation practices
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). The Role of Impact Assessment in Strengthening Non-Profit Accountability and Effectiveness. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-impcassmsrcmm-01
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