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Basic Research Skills for Non-Profits
Half-Day Virtual Workshop

Non-profit and charitable organizations are called upon to justify their work regularly; whether it be to funders, to community leaders, or to clients, there is always a need to show the value of the investment in terms of impact, change, and outcomes.

This workshop will provide knowledge and basic research skills related to the various methods and means to gather, interpret and share data in non-profit environments. These methods include commonly used assessments, including Needs Assessments, SWOT/SOAR Analysis, and Market and Workforce Assessments, and will also cover the preparation of Briefing Notes that highlight issues and suggest options for change. Other topics covered will include ethics, developing research questions, weaving cultural sensitivity and safety into the research process, and ensuring that community and clients are centred and involved along the way.

    1. Understand what “Research” is, and how it fits into the life cycle of a non-profit or charitable organization.

    2. Understand Research Ethics fundamentals, including data ownership/security and management, and informed consent procedures.

    3. Gain awareness of the most common research methods used by non-profits and charitable organizations, including a range of assessments along with cultural considerations in the collection and use of data.

    4. Practice the skill of developing your research question and choosing the right tool for the job.

    5. Understanding how to collect, interpret and share your data with the right audience.

    6. Moving from knowledge to action – the role of the Briefing Note and incorporating data into your Advocacy Work

  • • Program Coordinators, Managers, Directors of Executive Directors responsible for the administration of programs and services in non-profit/charitable organizations

    • Research and Evaluation staff

    • Non-profit staff from health, education and/or social service organizations

    • Ideal for community-based organizations

    • Non-profit start-ups

    • Students in human services (social work, psychology, nursing, health sciences, etc.)

  • Participants will leave with a research action plan that can be easily and readily implemented in the organization, along with supporting materials and resources to support the work.

Date: April 11th, 2024; 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Location: Virtual by Zoom

Cost: $95.00 per person

Program Development 101
Full-day, In-person Training

Non-profit and charitable organizations are excellent at responding to emerging needs in real time, however this can get in the way of proactive program planning. This leads to the development of programs and services “on the fly,” which can lead to a variety of risks to the community, staff, and to the organization as a whole. This is where Program Development Skills come in – when applied systematically to programs and services, it helps to promote stability, sustainability, and success for your staff and the communities you serve.

This workshop will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to integrate a “Program Science” approach into the development and delivery of diverse, culturally responsive programs and services in your organization. You will engage in small and large group discussions, and will have the opportunity to practice concrete Program Development skills that lead to building a logic model and theory of change for a program or service you currently run.

    1. Understand “Program Science” and how it drives the program development process in  non-profit and charitable organizations.

      2. Understand the Program Development Cycle and identify where your focus program is situated.

    2. Understand the role that Logic Models and a Theory of Change play in structuring the flow of resources and communicating the impact of your work.

    3. Practice applying program development skills to a program or service that you run by using Logic Model templates that can be implemented in your organization.

    4. Identify where and how program development processes fit within the broader context of culturally diverse and responsive health, social service or educational non-profit / charitable organizations.

  • • Program Coordinators, Managers, Directors of Executive Directors responsible for the administration of programs and services in non-profit/charitable organizations

    • Non-profit staff from health, education and/or social service organizations

    •Ideal for community-based organizations

    • Non-profit start-ups

    • Students in human services (social work, psychology, nursing, health sciences, etc.)

  • Participants will leave with templates, resources, tips and tricks for implementing program development work efficiently and effectively.

Date: May 30th, 2024; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Location: United Way Winnipeg - 580 Main St.

Cost: $190.00 per person (coffee, tea, light lunch and snacks included)

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Grant and Proposal Writing in Non-Profit Environments: Strategies for Success

Date: Fall 2024

Location: Virtual

Workshops For Your Team

Are you committed to supporting your team’s capacity and skill development? Any of the workshops and events listed above can be held at your organization, for your team. Customized training based on your team’s unique needs is also available. Please reach out using the contact form to explore and learn more about this opportunity.