2. Evaluation of the Equal Evolve Project Total Improvement Process Limited used a formative evaluation method to work with the Equal Evolve Project over a two year period, between 2005 and 2007. The evaluation approach enabled the Evolve project to identify solutions to problems and make changes to the project when applicable, as they progressed through their delivery. The final evaluation report therefore focuses on the legacy and learning of the Evolve project, using information gathered and analysed through the two Interim Evaluation Reports and statistical information collated by the central team.
3. Contents Equal and Evolve Impact and Outcomes Innovation in Evolve Empowerment in Evolve Equal Opportunities Partnership Working Pages 1-3 Pages 4-28 Pages 29-34 Pages 35-41 Pages 42-46 Pages 47-55 The Equal Programme The Equal Evolve Project The Equal Evolve Project Partners Measuring Innovation Identifying Innovation in Evolve Innovation Indicator Results Conclusions & Learning Measuring Empowerment The Empowerment Indicator Conclusions & Learning Equalising Opportunities Conclusions & Learning Partnership Working The Development Partnership Stakeholder Partnership Transnational Partnership Conclusions & Learning Achievement of Strategic Objectives Kent Adult Education Service Kent Adult Social Services Prince’s Trust Kent & Medway NHS SCPT MCCH Conclusions
4. Evolve: Summary of Conclusions Significant Improvements in Employability Adoption of EVOLVE methodologies Project Management that Enabled Practitioner Progress Emphasis on Practitioner Innovation New Empowerment Measures Produced Successful Targeting to Reach Disadvantaged Groups Our conclusion is that partnership working was not only a key ingredient across the whole project, but was in most cases highly sustainable because it was particularly characterised by what we would term strategic alliances, I.e partnerships between organisations through which each partner invested in partnership because collaboration on the ground helped them achieve goals at the heart of their own core purpose. Sustainable Partnership Working Early Learning Benefits Transnationality Early Learning Benefits Transnationality Main page
5. Equal and Evolve section one “ The Equal Community Initiative is a development programme aimed at challenging discrimination and tackling labour market inequality.” Main page
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9. The Evolve Project Impact & Outcomes section two “ The project focuses on the most deprived districts in Kent, and promotes the employability of disadvantaged groups through three types of services: vocational training; mentoring; advice and guidance.” Main page
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12. “ Everyone who gets the opportunity to go on this course should do so – whether they feel they might get something from it or not – because it really opens your eyes to the possibilities”
13. Impact & Outcomes: KCC Adult Education Service summary The KAES ‘Getting On’ programme supports the ‘employability’ process for those who are choosing to enter the professional field of Caring for Children and includes careers advice, helping to raise self esteem and improve foundational skills in Literacy. Lone Stars was added to the programme in September 2006. Lone Stars supports the individuals on their journey to lifelong learning and provides champions within the community to promote opportunities available for learning. target group The Getting On project was targeted at single parents, who were interested initially in childcare employment options. The course had a flexible framework, which enabled beneficiaries to have input into aspects of the programme content, and gain pre and post course support, to develop their confidence and explore employment options. process 6 Next
14. Impact & Outcomes: KCC Adult Education Service Mainstreaming this Project? Investment Per Beneficiary £778.16 7 The implication of these figures is that for every 10 lone parents completing this Evolve process at least 6 out of 10 are likely to go into some kind of work or into further learning. For every 10 lone parents who start this process 5 will go into some kind of work or further learning at a total cost of just under £8000. Next Breakdown of Evolve Investment Total Number of KAES Beneficiaries 170 Actual KAES Project Costs £107,546.00 Total Match Funding Investment £24,743.00 Evolve Central Costs: Actual & Match P/Bene £602.00 Total Investment Per Beneficiary £1380.16 KAES Beneficiary Outcomes % of Completers (22 early leav+; 15 yet to complete) % of Starters Full time employment 3% 2% Part time employment 15% 12% Self employment 0.75% 0.5% Voluntary work 23% 18% Further education & training 27% 21%
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16. Mainstreaming: Kent Adult Education Service Kent Adult Education Services focused efforts on the following aims in order to get what it has developed taken up: To develop information and marketing materials to raise awareness and promote interest in mainstreaming activities To mainstream KAES ‘access course’ principle and package Mainstreaming Outcome The data available at the time of writing suggests that KAES will continue their programme as a mainstream activity, having already expanded the programme to include the retail sector, and negotiating with partners to expand to the construction sector. Also, as part of their main core delivery with their parenting programme, they will be delivering a Parents into Employment course, will be using the course framework from Evolve. “ I’ ve gained through learning and I have also got experience in working with children out of it, and I have also got a job out of doing this course which I am really pleased about.” 9 Main page
17. “ The support provided by the project workers throughout the training and voluntary work has been very helpful. The support and help provided by the project has enabled me to achieve my goals…”
18. Impact & Outcomes: KCC Adult Social Services summary Adult Services delivered The Equal Care Project - a structured training programme to local black and minority ethnic communities who wished to enter the field of ‘Adult Care’. The project comprised of a 6 week course, followed by a 6 week voluntary placement and mentoring. The course content included certified one day qualifications in First Aid, Manual Handling, Food & Hygiene and Health and Safety. These are entry requirements for employment within the field of Care Services and can lead towards accreditation for NVQ Level 2. target group The Equal Care Project was aimed at BME community members who had an interest in gaining skills in preparation for employment in the care sector, in order to address identified skills and recruitment gaps. process 10 Next
19. Impact & Outcomes: KCC Adult Social Services Mainstreaming this Project? Investment Per Beneficiary £1009.63 11 The implication of these figures is that for every 10 participants who go through this process, about half can be expected to end up in employment or training; mostly in employment. For every 10 who start this process about three will get work or pursue learning at a cost of about £10,000 for every 10 people Next Breakdown of Evolve Investment Total Number of Equal Care Beneficiaries 211 Actual Equal Care Project Costs £170,298.00 Total Match Funding Investment £42,737.00 Evolve Central Costs: Actual & Match P/Bene £602.00 Total Investment Per Beneficiary £1611.63 EQUAL CARE Beneficiary Outcomes % of Completers (64 early leavers) % of Starters Full time employment 33% 18% Part time employment 21% 12% Self employment 5% 3% Voluntary work 4% 2% Further education & training 3% 2%
20. Impact & Outcomes: KCC Adult Social Services learning harvested context The number of older people from BME groups is set to rise dramatically over the next few decades, yet there are knowledge gaps in relation to the needs of older people from BME communities, and how to reach them. Coupled with this, there is a 15% gap in the employment rate of ethnic minorities and that of the overall population. Bangladeshi (72%) and Pakistani (68%) women have the highest female economic inactivity rates; the majority of these women are looking after their family or home. Increasingly, each of these factors will have implications for the provision of care for older people from BME communities. 12 “ T he support provided by the project workers throughout the training and voluntary work has been very helpful. The support and help provided by the project has enabled me to achieve my goals, I.e. a job as a care worker.” Next
21. Mainstreaming: KCC Adult Social Services Kent Adult Social Services focused efforts on the following aims in order to get what it has developed taken up: To develop information and marketing materials to raise awareness and promote interest in mainstreaming activities To secure Equal Care as a mainstream service within KCC “ K ent Adult Social Services is here to provide support to anybody with social care needs in Kent, therefore it is very important in areas where there are significant numbers of people from BME communities that we are meeting their needs, and so again it is important that the quality of the services is provided by people who understand that community so that is why we are interested in this project.” Oliver Mills, Managing Director, Adult Services Mainstreaming Outcome The data available at the time of writing suggests that Kent County Council will not adopt the Evolve Equal Care programme as a mainstream activity. However, the knowledge gained on engagement, recruitment and pre-training for BME’s into Social Health vacancies is being documented and passed onto corporate personnel and training and development teams 13 Main page
22. “… I found your service to be prompt and relevant to the needs of my client. It was useful that you liaised directly with both client and the college, which led to an efficient, speedy service.”
23. Impact & Outcomes: The Prince’s Trust summary The Prince’s Trust Evolve Programme has experimented with a number of different ways to strengthen the engagement of young people already on Prince’s Trust programmes, by focusing on removing barriers to employment and education. This has included working with a small number of groups to develop an OCN unit descriptor aimed at increasing employability and personal development. Individuals have also formed an Advisory Group that worked with the Prince’s Trust to help gather information from young people in relation to the needs of the client group. Additionally, mentors have provided 1:1 and group support to help young people with completing the programmes. target group The Prince’s Trust Evolve Project was targeted at young people. process 14 Next
24. Impact & Outcomes: The Prince’s Trust Mainstreaming this Project? Investment Per Beneficiary £919.02 15 The implication of these figures is that for every 10 young people on a Prince’s Trust programme who also participate in the Evolve process, the outcome is likely to be 4 entering work and 4 entering further education and training at an additional cost of a little over £9000 Next Breakdown of Evolve Investment Total Number of Prince’s Trust Beneficiaries 137 Actual Prince’s Trust Project Costs £113,281.00 Total Match Funding Investment £12,627.00 Evolve Central Costs: Actual & Match P/Bene £602.00 Total Investment Per Beneficiary £1521.02 PRINCE’S TRUST Beneficiary Outcomes % of Completers (3 early leavers) % of Starters Full time employment 28% 28% Part time employment 12% 12% Self employment 3% 3% Voluntary work 7% 7% Further education & training 42% 42% Unemployment 5% 5%
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26. Mainstreaming: The Prince’s Trust The Prince’s Trust focused efforts on the following aims in order to get what it has developed taken up: To develop information and marketing materials to raise awareness and promote interest in mainstreaming activities To mainstream Prince’s Trust OCN package To mainstream Prince’s Trust Youth Advisory Group To mainstream Prince’s Trust Evolve Awards methodology and principles To mainstream Prince’s Trust group mentoring methodology and principles Mainstreaming Outcome The data available at the time of writing suggests some confidence about Mainstreaming, and Prince’s Trust Senior Managers are considering further development of the ‘Get Into’ programme, the use of mentors and the Advisory Group. “ The next step for the project is to pick out the successes we have had so far, and then look to see how we can introduced these alongside and into the Prince’s Trust programmes.” 17 Main page
27. “ I found the whole experience useful. Being in volunteer work has increased my self-esteem. I am now looking for opportunities in paid employment…building on what she has done for me. I liked the way I was in control all the time and she gave space for me to explore what I wanted out of the whole experience.”
28. Impact & Outcomes: Kent & Medway NHS MPT summary The KMPT Evolve Project focused on the introduction of Vocational Advisors to Community Mental Health Teams. The VA’s supported individuals with mental health problems back into the work place, provided advice and support to both the client and the employer. They also offered a vocational service to those who were not quite ready to enter paid employment by establishing a vocational pathway. This included training, education and/or voluntary work which was regularly reviewed and enabled the client to progress towards employment at a time that was right for them. target group Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust offered 1:1 support, advice and guidance to mental health recoverers via Vocational Advisors (VA’s). The VA’s work with clients to develop an individualised vocational pathway, and address the vocational gaps in the client’s care plan. process 18 Next
29. Impact & Outcomes: Kent & Medway NHS MPT Mainstreaming this Project? Investment Per Beneficiary £1027.34 19 The implication of these figures is that for every 10 people who fully use this Evolve advisory process about half will progress into work or pursue learning. For every 10 people who start this process more than 3 will progress into work or learning (another 3 will not complete) at a cost of about £10,000 for each group of 10. Next Breakdown of Evolve Investment Total Number of KMPT Beneficiaries 289 Actual KMPT Project Costs £122,504.00 Total Match Funding Investment £174,402.00 Evolve Central Team Costs: Actual & Match £602.00 Total Investment Per Beneficiary £1629.34 KMPT Beneficiary Outcomes % of Completers (125 early leavers) % of Starters Full time employment 12% 7% Part time employment 10% 6% Self employment 2% 1% Voluntary work 22% 12% Further education & training 13% 7% Unemployment ??% ??%
30. Impact & Outcomes: Kent & Medway NHS MPT learning harvested context Adults with severe mental health problems are one of the most socially excluded groups in society. Although many want to work, less than a quarter actually do. People with severe mental health problems have the lowest employment rate for any of the main groups of disabled people. 20 “ T he individual focus was great, I felt that I was not being fitted around a care structure already in place, but rather that the VA was genuinely listening and responding to what I was saying and fitting the care structure around me.” Next
31. Mainstreaming: Kent & Medway H&SCPT Kent & Medway Health and Social Care Partnership Trust focused efforts on the following aims in order to get what it has developed taken up: To develop information and marketing materials to raise awareness and promote interest in mainstreaming activities To secure the Vocational Advisor Role within KMNHS Mainstreaming Outcome Senior Managers have approved funding for 4 Vocational Advisor posts within the Trust, as of January 2008. The role of the VA is also being extended to the Voluntary Agencies, and there is a pilot being conducted at the moment for the VA within the voluntary groups to be housed within the Community Health Teams. It is the intention to roll this out across Kent, and will be the main focus of the Conference in March. “ T he future strategy of the Trust is to mainstream the Evolve project, given the success of the project, we have been engaged with our commissioners to carry out a consultation with our service users. I can confirm that by 2008 we would expect to have 3 vocational advisors permanently employed in three localities, providing services to 9 community mental health teams.” Meena McGill, Strategy Lead for Rehabilitation Services 21 Main page
33. Impact & Outcomes: MCCH summary MCCH worked with Maplesden Noakes School to support inclusion for adults with physical and learning disabilities. People on the programme assisted school pupils studying for their GCSE’s in health and social care. The pupils also became support volunteers on courses that adults attended at the school. These included art, cookery and ICT courses. MCCH also added a ‘self employment’ aspect to this programme as the school specialises in business enterprise. target group The project was aimed at people with learning, mental and physical disabilities, who are already in contact with MCCH’s services. process 22 Next
34. Impact & Outcomes: MCCH Mainstreaming this Project? Investment Per Beneficiary £670.56 23 The implication of these figures is that if 10 people with learning difficulties to participate in this Evolve process then 2 people are likely to be able to undertake work of a voluntary or part time nature. For every 10 who start this process slightly fewer than 2 will go on to work and the total cost will be just under £7000 Next Breakdown of Evolve Investment Total Number of MCCH Beneficiaries 43 Actual MCCH Project Costs £13,270.00 Total Match Funding Investment £10,200.00 Evolve Central Team Costs: Actual & Match £602.00 Total Investment Per Beneficiary £1272.56 MCCH Beneficiary Outcomes % of Completers (8 early leavers) % of Starters Full time employment 0% 0% Part time employment 6% 5% Self employment 0% 0% Voluntary work 14% 12% Further education & training 0% 0% Unemployment 71% 58%
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36. Mainstreaming: MCCH Kent & Medway NHS Partnership Trust focused efforts on the following aims in order to get what it has developed taken up: To develop information and marketing materials to raise awareness and promote interest in mainstreaming activities To extend the pilot programme with schools “ W e have been able to build links with a school in the Rye area – next stage for MCCH is to secure more funding to enable us to continue our partnership with Maplesden Noakes and also feed through to commissioners within our locality, some of the advantages that this project has allowed us to achieve” Derek Thomas, MCCH Mainstreaming Outcome The data available at the time of writing suggests that the partnership model tested between the MCCH Evolve Project and schools will be replicated with a Secondary School in Rye. It is also likely that MCCH will link directly with the mainstreaming of KMPT’s services. 25 Main page
37. Summary of Evolve Impact & Outcomes “ O ne particular success story that springs to mind is a woman I was working with who had been out of work for a number of years, suffering with schizophrenia, and we worked together to approach an employer, and she managed to get work and she is now working full time, and as a result of this she has now noticed a reduction in some of the symptoms of her schizophrenia.” 26 Next EVOLVE Beneficiary Outcomes % of Completers (220 early leavers) % of Starters Full time employment 16% 12% Part time employment 12% 9% Self employment 2% 1% Voluntary work 14% 10% Further education & training 19% 14% Totals 63% 46% Breakdown of Evolve Investment Total Number of EVOLVE Beneficiaries 850 Actual Project Costs £526,899.00 Total Match Funding Investment £264,709.00 Evolve Central Team Costs: Actual & Match £506,884.00 Total Project Costs £1,298492.00
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41. measuring innovation in Evolve An Innovation Toolkit was developed by the Innovation Sub-group and Evolve evaluators. The Toolkit was not designed as a scientific assessment of innovation, however it was intended to provide a springboard for individual projects to reflect on their project concept and delivery, and: - Encourage further research; - Regularly consult with beneficiaries and analyse whether beneficiary feedback impacted project delivery and strategic direction; - Assess whether project innovation was cyclical; - Think about mainstreaming progress. Innovation Sub-Group worked with Evaluators to develop Innovation Toolkit Evolve Sub-project teams self-assess quarterly over 6 months, using Innovation Toolkit After 2 quarters completed, comparative report produced & action identified One further 3 month assessment completed, comparative report produced & action identified Innovation Report integrated into Final Report process Please refer to Appendix 1 for Innovation Toolkit 29 Next
42. The embedding of Vocational Advisors in Community Mental Health Teams Expanded curriculum opportunities for people with learning difficulties focused on using therapeutic art skill development for potential work/employment skills Targeting, support and mentoring of people from BME communities into Care work Using child-care work opportunities as a springboard for small groups of lone parents to explore other work opportunities Methods of tracking innovation in experimental projects identifying innovation in Evolve Innovation In Evolve New methods of recruiting and interviewing beneficiaries to accommodate support needs New OCN Accredited Personal Development course New voluntary sector partnerships with schools, with provision for Social Care students to achieve curriculum components through volunteer opportunities with MCCH 30 Next
43. innovation indicator results At the beginning of the Equal Evolve project, each of the sub-projects undertook further research into their project concept, and concluded that their innovation was focused at organisation level, as similar concepts had been introduced before, locally or nationally, but they were introducing minor changes or different methods of execution. The changes in the focus on ‘goal oriented innovation’ is clearly illustrated in the graph (right), with some sub-projects finding that beneficiaries needed more intensive support prior to accessing new qualifications or employment opportunities, and other sub-projects finding that opportunities to gain qualifications for beneficiaries emerged during the programme. concept goal 31 Next
44. innovation indicator results process context The shifts from ‘goal’ to ‘process oriented innovation’ are evident, with most of the sub-projects finding that they had to develop new recruitment methods for beneficiaries, new organisational administration systems and new ways of supporting beneficiaries, which emerged during the life of the programme. Many of the ‘context innovation’ scores remained relatively static throughout the self-assessments. This is mainly due to ambitious scoring at the outset, with most sub-projects indicating that they were influencing policy and organisational strategy from the beginning of the project, which was more a reflection of what they hoped to do as the project developed. 32 Next
45. innovation indicator results consultation/review mainstreaming The graph illustrates that, within most of the sub-projects, consultation activity with beneficiaries increased as the projects developed. However, the consultation remained relatively informal, and many of the projects used informal feedback to make minor adjustments to delivery, rather than structured consultation to inform project development and strategy, which is reflected in the self-assessment scores. The graph illustrates that most of the sub-projects focused on mainstreaming in the latter stages of project delivery, with only KMNHS taking a different approach by strategically aligning mainstreaming activity from the beginning of the project. The self-assessment scores relate closely to the mainstreaming outcomes of the sub-projects, with KMNHS strongly positioned to mainstream activities within the organisation. 33 Next
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47. Measuring Empowerment in Evolve section four “ The idea of empowerment is that those who have little or no influence, such as excluded people, are able to acquire the capacity to have informed opinions, to take initiative, make independent choices and influence change”
48. measuring empowerment in Evolve The Evolve Evaluators worked with the Empowerment Thematic Group to develop an Empowerment Toolkit. The Toolkit was based on measuring three aspects of empowerment: - Organisational Empowerment Organisations need to ensure they have an empowering environment, e.g policies, procedures, staff with empowering and rights focused practice, staff who are supported to practice, resources to facilitate empowerment and change etc - Group Empowerment Individuals can feel more powerful and enabled within a collective, or it can have the opposite effect. People are often assessed in their groups, which does not give a holistic picture, and needs to be combined with: - Individual Empowerment Individuals are assessed at the beginning and end of the programme, and measures focus on recognised components of empowerment. Beneficiaries Evaluation Team Key Staff Organisational Empowerment Group Empowerment Individual Empowerment process The individual sub-projects changed the Empowerment methodology during the life of the Evolve project, and focused on using Individual Empowerment measures within a group setting. These results were unavailable at the time of the final evaluation report. One of the sub-projects, Equal Care, piloted the Individual Empowerment indicator with 17 beneficiaries at the beginning of the programme, and the results are illustrated in this section. 35 Next
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50. piloting the empowerment indicator 76% of beneficiaries indicated that their use of English Language had improved as a result of the programme. Some improvements are considerable, with beneficiaries indicating that they had moved from having low English levels to being confident in using their English language skills improving language 41% of beneficiaries indicated that they had gained confidence in their ability to try new things, and 47% of beneficiaries indicated no change. The remaining 13% required more intensive ongoing support, due to the fact that they had not been successful in gaining employment. trying new things 37 Next
51. piloting the empowerment indicator 47% of beneficiaries indicated an increase in confidence, and 35% indicated no change. For those who indicated a loss of confidence, the wording of the indicators was reviewed, and it was concluded that there was not enough differentiation between them, which may have affected the result. confidence 95% of beneficiaries indicated that they had self-belief in their ability to learn, and 35% indicated movement towards helping and facilitating others, which was achieved through participants supporting new people accessing the programme. 3 respondents reverted back to a self belief in learning when the course ended, which reflected their circumstances. learning 38 Next
52. piloting the empowerment indicator 65% of beneficiaries indicated increased energy and ambition, from a starting point of little ambition or wanting to do more with their lives, and moving to wanting to grab opportunities that came their way. The 29% indicated no change were motivated individuals, whose next step would be motivating others. energy & ambition 53% beneficiaries indicated greater motivation to help others, and 47% indicated no change. 18% of beneficiaries made leaps from not believing that they could help others to learn, to volunteering and feeling confident about it. helping others 39 Next
53. piloting the empowerment indicator This category was added entirely by beneficiaries, who developed their own set of indicators, as recognition was important to them. 88% of beneficiaries felt that they had gained recognition for their achievements, and the lack of gaining employment may have affected the remaining 12%. recognition “ Everything is new and exciting in my life in England now. I feel I can make decisions quicker and they are correct! I am also looking forward to working with success in the care profession so I can be financially independent.” case study 40 Next Rani grew up in the Punjab, India, and was educated until she was 18 years old. She moved to England in 1997 and is married with 2 children. She has never managed to get a job - employers stated she lacked experience, she had low self confidence and no clear career path. Rani also felt closed off from any professional help. Rani is now completing the Equal Care Training Course and volunteering as a Care Worker to gain work experience. Her English has improved through ESOL classes. Rani used the Empowerment Indicator to express the way she felt before and after the training, and significant improvements were noted.
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59. equal opportunities Evolve Beneficiaries: Gender case study 45 Next Kevin is a divorced single father with one son. In his teenage years Kevin’s parents divorced and for a time he was heavily involved with drugs and alcohol. Kevin joined the army and eventually left to get married, but the relationship broke down. Kevin saw the single parent advisor who told him about the ‘Getting On’ course; he wasn’t shy about meeting new people he needed something that fitted in with his son, and wants a career for himself. “ Getting On is a really good course; it gives you something to think about and the CV workshop and the Morisby were very helpful. It has been good talking to new people and has given me the opportunity to try new things. I have been asked what I want, I have received some good advice and made some new friends.” Kevin was initially concerned about being the only man in a group of women, but found that there was no prejudice or discrimination. He felt very comfortable in the group and found the experience worthwhile.
62. Partnership Working Partnership was a core component of the Equal Evolve Project. Partnerships occurred in three distinct ways: The Evolve Development Partnership Transnational Partnership Stakeholder Partnership partnership model Evolve Central Team KAES KMPT EQUAL CARE PRINCE’S TRUST MCCH The Evolve Development Partnership Evolve DP UK The Link DP Finland Work:less care DP Holland Lebensarbeit DP Austria Transnational Partnership Each partner worked closely with a variety of organisations to achieve Evolve’s goals 47 Next
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68. Transnational Partnership Example of the Equal collaboration schedule between transnational partners: 53 Next Knowledge transfer What is it? Aim Results How Vocational Training Working and learning at the same time To provide information on the content of the individual national programme Deeper understanding of transnational vocational practice Vocational training (best practice case studies) presented by lead, exchange of staff knowledge, presenting tools to develop further Mentoring Holistic personal To provide information on the content of the individual project programme and provide a qualification programme from the UK Deeper understanding of transnational mentoring practice Mentoring practice (best practice case studies) presented by lead, exchange of staff knowledge, competence scan (NL), questionnaire Empowerment The power from within to move forward. Provision of long-term tools to do so The aim is to provide developments of their peer group model of NL and compare it with the models of the transnational partners Deeper understanding of empowerment as demonstrated by the NL partners with co-operation from all partners Empowerment presented by lead, including case studies, exchange of knowledge for staff, workshops, questionnaire Local Co-operation Collective responsibility networking at different levels The aim is to disseminate models of local partnerships and share between all transnational partners Deeper understanding of local co-operation in a transnational context Sharing developments of Nas & Mazzel market and the network platform – GB to provide a regional and national structure and linked to local cooperation. FIN will share results from the research of local co-operation
69. Transnational Partnership Example of the Equal collaboration schedule between transnational partners: 54 Next Knowledge transfer What is it? Aim Results How Employer Engagement Research into the needs of the employer on a transnational level and share the outcome The aim is to provide a transnational context. Dissemination of research results between all partners Transnational audit of employers needs Employer questionnaire from FI partners. All partners use same questionnaire (translated) and agree on similar research methods. AT’s main responsibility. Collect reports. Evaluation Control/develop quality of outcomes & process of transnational co-operation Develop the processes to steer the transnational co-operation Formative reports on the results from the transnational meetings, midtime report and final evaluation TCA Project planner. Questionnaires after the transnational meetings. Transnational training Methodology for sharing information, results and working tools The aim is to share information, results and working tools Transnational audit on the employers needs Formative report, summative report Deeper understanding of: transnational vocational practice; mentoring; empowerment; local co-operation; Meeting, seminars, exchanges, market for projects, tools and services. Sharing best practice models. Questionnaire
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71. Acknowledgements Total Improvement Process Ltd would like to thank all those who have co-operated during the evaluation process, and contributed to this report. Disclaimer This evaluation was performed in cooperation with the Equal Evolve Project. The contents of this report reflect the views of the author, who is responsible for the facts and accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not necessarily reflect the official view or policies of the Equal Evolve Project. This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation. Trade names were used solely for information and not for service or product endorsement. The evaluation and evaluation report has been undertaken by Total Improvement Process Ltd www.totalimprove,com