Lesson Summary

About Evaluation Studio

Evaluation Studio is a consulting organization that specializes in participatory research and evaluation methods. They believe that these methods can positively transform and liberate communities. Their team includes Irina Nunez, the director of Participatory Research, and Reina Rodriguez, a participatory research associate.

What Evaluation Studio Offers

Evaluation Studio offers trainings, consultations, and facilitation services to community organizations. They focus on feminism, decolonization, and participatory research and evaluation methods. They also create tools to engage local communities, including youth, as researchers and experts.

About the Video Series

In this video series, you will learn how to conduct a youth participatory action research (YPAR) project. The series will cover topics such as centering youth, organizing a youth research team, and utilizing online resources throughout the research process.

About Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR)

• YPAR is a research method rooted in social justice.
• When used critically, YPAR can be an essential organizing tool.

Who the Video Series is For

This video series is designed for:

• Organizations that want to work authentically with youth
• Youth who want to organize a YPAR project to make changes in their community

Whether it's for changes in school or community programs, organizations, or against discriminatory behaviors and practices, this video series aims to empower participants with the knowledge and resources to facilitate and organize a YPAR project.

Upon Completion

By completing this video series, participants will hopefully feel empowered with the knowledge and resources to facilitate and organize a YPAR project.