APC WNSP and evaluation

APC WNSP has worked globally, co-ordinating research and “on-the-ground” activities that have highlighted the need for strengthening consideration of gender concerns in the planning and implementation of ICT initiatives. Our practice led to the development of Learning for Change, the philosophy behind our evaluation work based on the notion that learning is continually evolving and dynamic. Evaluation is now part of our every-day process in APC WNSP projects.

Prior to the development of GEM the APC WNSP’s research pointed towards the need for a more comprehensive, qualitative evaluation tool for ICTs. In 1999, APC WNSP initiated the ‘Lessons Learned’ Project to contribute to the development and strengthening of practical, relevant and sustainable women’s networking initiatives at global, regional and national levels. “Women in Sync: A Toolkit for Electronic Networking” featuring a collection of stories and experiences of women and organisations using ICTs for women’s empowerment, emerged from 2 years of research, documentation and training.