Impact
Likely Measures of Success
Improved Communication Outcomes
- Observable changes in how participants (youth, families, communities) express themselves and engage in dialogue.
- Feedback from participants on their ability to communicate more openly and effectively.
Creative Output and Engagement
- Number and quality of artworks, performances, and creative outputs produced by youth and community groups.
- Participation rates in workshops, performances, and community centre activities.
Amplification of Marginalized Voices
- Evidence that participants’ stories and concerns are reaching wider audiences (e.g., through performances, exhibitions, media coverage).
- Engagement from stakeholders, such as policymakers or NGOs, with the project’s outputs.
Sustained Community Involvement
- Continued participation in family dining and community centre programs over the project’s duration.
- Formation of lasting community groups or creative collectives beyond the project timeline.
Institutional and Policy Influence
- Uptake of communication-focused strategies by development agencies or educational institutions.
- Inclusion of project findings in policy discussions or development frameworks.
Academic and Research Impact
- Publications, presentations, or citations resulting from the project’s arts-based research.
- Collaborations or follow-up projects initiated by partner Universities and organisations.
