Measuring Impact - Nicva
Measuring Impact - Nicva
Measuring Impact - Nicva
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The development of indicators for impact assessment 51<br />
Civic participation: In a community where violence was rife, many residents and voluntary<br />
groups have become quite insular in an attempt to escape what is happening in the outside<br />
world. The peace process means that residents and voluntary groups are more willing to go<br />
out to work within the community. These indicators summarise how AFG further encouraged<br />
civic participation by asking residents what they would like to see within the community, and<br />
supporting this through courses and events.<br />
INDICATOR R GA GNA GFOC NVO<br />
I am aware of events taking<br />
place in Ardoyne<br />
I feel that I have a part to play<br />
in the development of Ardoyne<br />
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✗<br />
✓ ✓ ✓ ✗ ✓<br />
There is more social cohesion<br />
within the community ✓ ✓ ✓ ✗ ✓<br />
Cultural awareness: In order for voluntary groups to work together it is essential that cultural<br />
differences and political differences are understood and accepted. These indicators summarise<br />
how AFG has helped voluntary groups to accept that there are differences, but by working<br />
together they can learn and achieve more. However, there is still an unwillingness to accept<br />
cultures of neighbouring communities.<br />
INDICATOR R GA GNA GFOC NVO<br />
I accept that others within<br />
Ardoyne have different opinions<br />
✓ ✓ ✓ ✗ ✗<br />
We can learn from other cultures ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✗<br />
We are willing to accept other<br />
cultures ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✗<br />
7.3.3 New themes<br />
The study identified other themes not covered by the framework:<br />
• community representation – bringing groups together;<br />
• providing advice – reducing isolation;<br />
• preventing duplication – clarifying roles and responsibilities.