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This section gathers core learnings from DeSIRA projects with regards to the innovation domains and the innovation systems they promote and support.

It also gathers learnings about how the action from DeSIRA LIFT is supporting them in being more efficient in the matter.

A library of publications, documents, tools, guidelines, etc. relevant to projects management and impact is provided below.

Additional resources can also be found on the DeSIRA LIFT institutional website’s Digital Resource hub featuring studies and analyses from the broader DeSIRA Community.

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Powerpoint presentation: “Utilization-focused Evaluation (UFE): A decision-making framework”Powerpoint presentation: "Utilization-focused Evaluation (UFE): A decision-making framework"Download
The unpacking and repacking of agricultural innovation: Embrapa’s translation roles and positions in the introduction of the pyramid model and hybrid pigs in BrazilAuthors: Jean Vilas-Boas, Laurens Klerkx, Rico Lie Agricultural Systems 216 (2024) 103880 Context: The notion …The unpacking and repacking of agricultural innovation: Embrapa's translation roles and positions in the introduction of the pyramid model and hybrid pigs in BrazilDownload
Anticipating social differentiation and unintended consequences in scaling initiatives using GenderUp, a method to support responsible scalingAuthors: Erin McGuire,Cees Leeuwis, Anne M. Rietveld, Bela Teeken ABSTRACT CONTEXT: A key strategy in …Anticipating social differentiation and unintended consequences in scaling initiatives using GenderUp, a method to support responsible scalingDownload
The ART of Readiness: A Practical Tool for Implementation Tailoring at the Activity LevelAuthors: Victoria C. Scott · Tara Kenworthy LaMarca · Debra Hamm · Annalise J. Tolley …The ART of Readiness: A Practical Tool for Implementation Tailoring at the Activity LevelDownload
Guía Stories of Change (Español)Guía Stories of Change (Español)Download
Guide Stories of Change (Français)Guide Stories of Change (Français)Download
Guidelines Stories of Change (English)Guidelines Stories of Change (English)Download
Advocacy and Social Justice: a guide to measuring impactA monitoring, evaluation and learning guide on legal advocacy Powell et. al (2016)Advocacy and Social Justice: a guide to measuring impactDownload
Story of Change – Angola CDAISA Story of Change from Angola from past CDAIS project Keywords: Story of Change, Story, …Story of Change - Angola CDAIS, Download
Discerning Policy Influence – Lindquist 2001Abstract from introduction Understanding causal influence is difficult in the best of circumstances for any …Discerning Policy Influence - Lindquist 2001, Download
Manual Participatory Video for Monitoring, Evaluation and LearningThis handout is based upon the content from the 9-module course, given for DeSIRA-LIFT participants …Manual Participatory Video for Monitoring, Evaluation and LearningDownload
Evaluating Living Labs – Annotated BibliographyAbout this annotated bibliography: This annotated bibliography provides highlights from each citation with attention to …Evaluating Living Labs - Annotated BibliographyDownload
How-to-Brief: What is developmental evaluation?About this brief: “Developmental evaluation supports innovation development to guide adaptation to emergent and dynamic …How-to-Brief: What is developmental evaluation?Download
How-to-Brief: What is Utilization-Focused Evaluation?About this brief: Utilization-focused evaluation (UFE) is a decision-making framework that allows projects to take …How-to-Brief: What is Utilization-Focused Evaluation?Download
How-to-Brief: What is a Theory of Change?About this brief A theory of change (ToC) is a visual and narrative depiction of …How-to-Brief: What is a Theory of Change?Download
Théorie du changement participative au service de l’agroécologieCastella, Blundo Canto (2023)Théorie du changement participative au service de l'agroécologieDownload
Putting Theory of Change into Use in Complex SettingsDouthwaite, et. al (2020)Putting Theory of Change into Use in Complex SettingsDownload
Communication for development: a medium for innovation in natural resource managementRamírez, R., Quarry, W., (2004) Communication for development: a medium for innovation in natural resource …Communication for development: a medium for innovation in natural resource managementDownload
Creating a Stakeholder Communications PlanIn its simplest form, a stakeholder communications plan outlines who you need to communicate with, …Creating a Stakeholder Communications PlanDownload
Building a system-based Theory of Change using Participatory Systems MappingWilkinson, H., Hills D., Penn A., Barbrook-Johnson P., (2021) Building a system-based Theory of Change …Building a system-based Theory of Change using Participatory Systems MappingDownload
Evaluation Advisory Groups: Considerations for Design and ManagementVoegeli C., Schmitt-Boshnick M., Krupa E. (2021) Evaluation Advisory Groups: Considerations for Design and Management. …Evaluation Advisory Groups: Considerations for Design and ManagementDownload
Till Time (and Poor Planning) Do Us Part: Programs as Dynamic Systems—Incorporating Planning of Sustainability into Theories of ChangeSridharan, S., Nakaima A. (2019) Till Time (and Poor Planning) Do Us Part: Programs as …Till Time (and Poor Planning) Do Us Part: Programs as Dynamic Systems—Incorporating Planning of Sustainability into Theories of ChangeDownload
Handbook for Participatory Action Research, Planning and EvaluationChevalier, Jacques M, and Buckles Daniel J. (2021) Handbook for Participatory Action Research, Planning and …Handbook for Participatory Action Research, Planning and EvaluationDownload
Moments of truth: An unexplored dimension to communicate effectivenessRamírez, R., (2010) Moments of truth: An unexplored dimension to communicate effectiveness. The Canadian Journal …Moments of truth: An unexplored dimension to communicate effectivenessDownload
Evaluation Criteria for Evaluating Transformation: Implications for the Coronavirus Pandemic and the Global Climate EmergencyPatton, M. Q. (2021). Evaluation Criteria for Evaluating Transformation: Implications for the Coronavirus Pandemic and …Evaluation Criteria for Evaluating Transformation: Implications for the Coronavirus Pandemic and the Global Climate EmergencyDownload
Learning How to Learn in Sustainability Transitions Projects: The Potential Contribution of Developmental EvaluationAndrew S. Mitchell, Mark Lemon, 2020, Learning How to Learn in Sustainability Transitions Projects: The …Learning How to Learn in Sustainability Transitions Projects: The Potential Contribution of Developmental EvaluationDownload
Learning through evaluation – A tentative evaluative scheme for sustainability transition experimentsChristopher Luederitz, Niko Schäpke, Arnim Wiek, Daniel J. Lang, Matthias Bergmann, Joannette J. Bos, Sarah …Learning through evaluation – A tentative evaluative scheme for sustainability transition experimentsDownload
Complexity-Aware Monitoring and EvaluationTilman Hertz, Eva Brattander, Loretta Rose (2021) Complexity-Aware Monitoring and Evaluation Journal of MultiDisciplinary Evaluation, …Complexity-Aware Monitoring and EvaluationDownload
Evaluating complex interventions: A theory-driven realist-informed approachBoru Douthwaite, John Mayne, Cynthia McDougall, Rodrigo Paz-Ybarnegaray (2017) Evaluating complex interventions: A theory-driven realist-informed …Evaluating complex interventions: A theory-driven realist-informed approachDownload
Blending “hard” and “soft” science: the “follow-the-technology” approach to catalyzing and evaluating technology changeDouthwaite, B., N. C. de Haan, V. Manyong, and D. Keatinge. 2001. Blending “hard” and …Blending "hard" and "soft" science: the "follow-the-technology" approach to catalyzing and evaluating technology changeDownload
Promoting Environmental Communication and Policy Formation: A Utilization-Focused Evaluation Approach, Environmental CommunicationCatherine E. Dobbins, Kristin E. Gibson & Alexa J. Lamm (2021): Promoting Environmental Communication and …Promoting Environmental Communication and Policy Formation: A Utilization-Focused Evaluation Approach, Environmental CommunicationDownload
Manual on the use of participatory approaches in agriculture studiesSuggested citation: Manalo, J.A., Alayza, B., Aya, R.A.M., Carlos, M.A., Cruz, D., Dev, D., De …Manual on the use of participatory approaches in agriculture studiesDownload
Can participatory communication be taught? Finding your inner phronēsisRamírez et. al (2015)Can participatory communication be taught? Finding your inner phronēsisDownload
Listening to the stars: the constellation model of collaborative social changeSurman & Surman (2008)Listening to the stars: the constellation model of collaborative social changeDownload
Putting Theory of Change into Use in Complex SettingsDouthwaite, et. al (2020)Putting Theory of Change into Use in Complex SettingsDownload
2030 AgendaDownload

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