Lessons Learned from the application of Outcome Mapping to an IDRC EcoHealth project: a double-acting participatory process. Tohtubtiang, K., Assé, R., Wisartsakul, W., and Gilbert , J. Outcome Mapping Reflection of the Ecosystem Approaches to the Better Management of Zoonotic Emerging Infectious Diseases in the Southeast Asia Region (EcoZD) project The 1 st Pan Asia-Africa Monitoring & Evaluation Forum, Bangkok, Thailand 2012
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Lessons Learned from the application of Outcome Mapping to an IDRC EcoHealth project: A double-acting participatory process
Presented by Tohtubtiang, K., Asse, R., Wisartsakul, W., and Gilbert , J. at the 1st Pan Asia-Africa Monitoring and Evaluation Forum, Bangkok, Thailand, 26-28 November 2012
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Lessons Learned from the application of Outcome Mapping to an IDRC EcoHealth
project: a double-acting participatory process.
Tohtubtiang, K., Assé, R., Wisartsakul, W., and Gilbert , J.
Outcome Mapping Reflection of the Ecosystem Approaches to the Better Management of Zoonotic Emerging Infectious Diseases in the Southeast Asia Region (EcoZD) project
The 1st Pan Asia-Africa Monitoring & Evaluation Forum, Bangkok, Thailand 2012
Introduction
Presentation Overview
• Outcome Mapping (OM) and its essence
• Rationale of using of OM
• The process of developing outcomes
• Assessing outcomes
• Outcomes: capacity building & organisational development
• Conclusion
Outcome Mapping & Its Essence
A participatory planning, and M&E tool which emphasises 3 concepts:
• Outcomes = Targeted changes in attitude, knowledge, practices, and behaviour at stakeholder levels.
Ø Changes in personal and organisational levels
Ø Targeted changes contribute to impact (not attribution)
• Targeted stakeholders or Boundary Partners (BP)
3 Key Concepts of Outcome Mapping (OM)
Source: Outcome Mapping Learning Community http://www.outcomemapping.ca/
Outcome Mapping & Its Essence
• Social and organisational learning.
Source: Outcome Mapping Learning Community http://www.outcomemapping.ca/
Goal outcome
I will change gradually in capability / behavior. All depend on my intention
BP BP
The goal is my
response, I want it
My goal is to increase BPs’ capability,
encourage BPs to change their behavior. I realize my
own limitation
Project
3 Key Concepts of Outcome Mapping (OM)
Project Overview
Ecosystem Approaches to the Better Management of Zoonotic Emerging
Infectious Diseases in the Southeast Asia Region (EcoZD)
• Funded by International Development Research Centre, Canada (IDRC)
• 5-year project implemented by International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)
• Goals: capacity building & evidence-based knowledge
• 8 Research & outreach teams in 6 countries.
Rationale for the use of OM
OM process compliments & reinforces:
• EcoZD’s goal: capacity building
• EcoHealth Concept.
ü Non-linear, iterative process
ü Systems Thinking ü Transdisciplinary
collaboration ü Participatory methods ü Equity (social justice) ü Knowledge to action ü Sustainability
The Process of Developing Outcomes
Source: Outcome Mapping Learning Community http://www.outcomemapping.ca/
3 Stages of OM
The Process of Developing Outcomes
Layer 1: Relationship between EcoZD project & 8 teams to influence teams’ changes in knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP).
A Two-layer process
CAM CHI
LAO
CMU
JTV
VTN IND
UGM
ILRI-‐EcoZD Slaughterhouse
owners
Students
Para professional
Layer 1 Layer 2
Layer 2: Relationship between teams & their Boundary Partners (BPs) to support BPs’ changes in KAP.
The Process of Developing Outcomes
PMs = a set of gradual development of Boundary Partners
(BPs) towards expected outcomes. PMs are collaboratively
developed and mutually agreed by the project & BPs.
PMs - not static & respond to project’s changing situation.
Progress Markers (PMs)
OM process in both layers accentuates ‘Cycle of Learning’
Internal exchange of
info. & understanding
ParBcipatory Process with
BPs
Adapt & Plan interacBon
• Understanding purposes • Analysing Stakeholders
• Progress Makers development & confirmaIon
• Self-‐assessment • Feedback from
Boundary Partners
• Using Progress Markers as a framework
• Improving strategies based on feedbacks received
The Process of Developing Outcomes
As a part of ‘Cycle of Learning’
Assessing Outcomes
ParBcipatory Process with
BPs
• Progress Makers development & confirmation
• Self-assessment & evidence given by Boundary Partners
• Feedback from Boundary Partners
Organisational Learning
Capacity Building for BPs
Outcome Journal, Performance Journal
Assessing Outcomes
Information from self-assessment and feedback from BPs are used in strategic planning.
AdapBng & Planning interacBon
• Using Progress Markers as a framework
• Improving strategies based on feedbacks received
Assessing Outcomes
Layer 1 & Layer 2 Progress Markers (PMs)
Layer 1: EcoZD – Teams • Understanding and applying
EcoHealth principles.
• Communicating research findings.
• Networking & policy engagement.
Key themes of PMs:
Layer 2: Teams – BPs • BPs’ improved understanding/
specific knowledge.
• BPs’ changes in practices.
• BPs’ communication of particular knowledge/ practices to communities.
Assessing Outcomes
Layer 1: self assessment CHI Team
CAM Team
VTN Team
PM 1: Have an increased understanding of EcoHealth principles, goals, and cost-benefits compared with previous research
H H- M
PM 3: Strategically plan communication and dissemination of research findings to Boundary Partners
L L+ M-
Outcomes & capacity building
Attitude & Knowledge Changes
« CAM: Toward t ransdisc ip l inary collaboration
« CHI: Engaging in policy-making process, a do-able attempt.
Layer 1 Outcomes: changes in KAP of teams
Practice Changes
« VTN: Intentional dissemination of research findings
Outcomes & capacity building
Organisational Learning:
« Research management & the success of EcoHealth research: administration, communication, and time management.
« An intentional knowledge transfer is a necessary step for capacity building.
Layer 1 Outcomes: what does EcoZD project learn?
Outcomes & capacity building
Attitude & Knowledge Changes
« Indonesia Team and its interaction with BPs, Rabies Cadres
Layer 2 Outcomes: changes in KAP of BPs
Outcomes & capacity building
Practices Changes:
« Thailand – Vietnam team & better hygienic practices of slaughterhouse owners
Layer 2 Outcomes: changes in KAP of BPs
March 2012 August 2012
Outcomes & capacity building
Organisational Learning: what do teams learn from this process?
« Integrate lessons learned into strategic planning & practical action plans: examples from Cambodia Team & China Team.
Layer 2 Outcomes
Conclusion
« OM is used as a framework for the process of developing outcomes and also a formative reflection which contributes to project management.
« Challenges faced by implementation of this process: 1) subjectivity of the tool, 2) seen as a seperate part of the project, 3) resources, especially time & skills of personnel in the teams.
Reference
• Charron, D.F. (2012) (ed) EcoHealth Research in Practice: Innovative Applications of an EcoSystem Approach to Health, Ottawa, International Development Research Centre
• Jones, H., Jones, N., Shaxson, L., and Walker, D. (2012) ‘Knowledge, Policy, and Power in International Development: a Practical Guide’, Bristol: The Policy Press.
• Patton, M. (2010) Developmental evaluation: Applying complexity concepts to enhance innovation and use, New York, NY: Guildford Publications