Assessment & Program Design

The Larson Institute works with our partners and clients to identify stakeholders, draw them into the process of assessing program quality and effectiveness, conducting programs, and reporting. Our reports include deep workforce implications and actionable insights for addressing those implications.

Engagement & Planning

We design evaluations that reflect community priorities and stakeholder needs.

Services include:

  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Community needs assessments
  • Facilitation and strategic planning
  • Collaborative evaluation design

Focus areas: Workforce development, underserved communities, environmental health

Data Collection

We gather high-quality data using approaches that center community voice.

Methods include:

  • Surveys
  • Interviews
  • Focus groups
  • Site visits and observations

Focus areas: Youth and family programs, workforce initiatives, substance use, and underserved communities.

Program Monitoring

We help partners stay on track and understand progress over time.

Services include:

  • Continuous program monitoring
  • Implementation fidelity checks
  • Mid-course assessments
  • Long-term outcomes tracking

Focus areas: Workforce development, youth programs, substance use initiatives.

Reporting & Insights

We turn data into clear, actionable findings that support decision-making.

Deliverables include:

  • Evaluation reports and executive summaries
  • Data visualization and dashboards
  • Recommendations for improvement
  • Presentations and dissemination support

Additional support: Graphic design and enhanced data-visualization capabilities.

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