Going through the steps below in sequence often works best –
but you can start at what you feel is the easiest entry point.
Avoid the most common pitfall in developing a Theory of Change: using the process as a means of creating a “mirror” of your existing program, rather than thinking critically about the strongest design to achieve meaningful outcomes.
Visit the pages below to access a series of guiding questions, examples, and worksheets to help you develop your Theory of Change.
DEFINE THE NEED
DEFINE THE TARGET POPULATION
DEFINE CORE COMPONENTS
DEFINE THE OUTCOMES
DESCRIBE THE RESEARCH
ARTICULATE THE HYPOTHESIS