
Learning is a vital part of the planning cycle and something we all need to practise as part of our campaign planning.Â
In this three-part workshop you will explore the context for learning and evaluation in campaigns and social change, including what learning and evaluation means and what the inherent challenges are.  You will learn about some useful practical tools and frameworks, including the value of a simple theory of change to remind you what your campaign is trying to achieve, and give team members a common sense of purpose. 
These tools and frameworks will help you embed a learning approach into your campaigns which can help show others what you are setting out to do and clarify any data that needs to be collected. You will also work through a practical case study.Â
Four things you will do in this workshop:Â
- Explore the context for learning and evaluationÂ
- See how a simple theory of change can underpin your learning approachÂ
- Learn about a series of practical tools and frameworksÂ
- Embed learning through a practical case studyÂ
This workshop will be led by SMK Associate and former Deputy Head of Measurement and Evaluation at New Philanthropy Capital (NPC) James Noble.
Our Open Workshops run on a progressive pricing model:
Small orgs: turnover of £10k – £100k = pay £88 plus VAT
Med orgs: turnover of £100k – £1M = pay £132 plus VAT
Large orgs: turnover of £1M to £10M = pay £192.50 plus VAT
If you would like to speak to someone further, please email megan.poyiadzis@smk.org.uk
Workshop Dates
Tues 13th May 2025, 10am-1pm
Wed 8th Oct 2025, 2-5pm
Wed 4th Feb 2026, 10am-1pm

James Noble
SMK AssociateÂ
James is an experienced evaluation specialist and social researcher who has worked in the charity sector for over decade.
Read more about James here
What participants say:

Dan White
Policy and campaigns officer at Disability Rights UK
”Very, very useful!”
Participant, 2023
“I thought it was all really interesting and I could have done a whole day on it. A couple of the tables were really insightful and I will definitely be sharing those in my organisation.”
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