Interim Evaluation of the Rural Women Drought and Climate Change Initiative

Public Policy

Client: Department of Planning and Community Development

The Interim Evaluation of the Rural Women Drought and Climate Change Initiative involved a largely qualitative evaluation framework to capture personal experiences of the women involved in the State-wide initiative and the associated change occurring in communities across Victoria. The initiative aims to increase women's participation, recognising that women are key contributors in strengthening and sustaining communities through change. This initiative involves five officers across Victoria employed to develop networks and build community resilience in relation to drought and climate change.

The Interim Evaluation identified, examined and reported on the processes, activities, services and outcomes of the initiative. It also contributed to the evidence base for potential future partnerships and program delivery relating to Victorian rural women addressing drought and climate change.

Capire Consulting Group was contracted to undertake an interim evaluation of the Rural Women's Drought and Climate Change initiative. The interim evaluation involved the engagement of rural women form across Victoria. A report with case studies, key themes, stories and statistics was prepared and presented to DPCD.

Community Indicators Victoria: Strategic Options Report

Client: McCaughey Centre, University of Melbourne

St Kilda Social Inclusion Project

Client: Department of Planning and Community Development, Department of Human Services and the Port Phillip City Council

Amy Hubbard

Amy Hubbard is a Director and co-founder of Capire Consulting Group. She has extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, social planning and community development. Amy has worked with public and private sector organisations in Australia and overseas enabling her to develop a versatile approach to specific project objectives.

Sally Abbott

Sally has worked for international organisations, Australian non-profits and has conducted community engagement in Mexico, Laos and Australia. With a particular focus on community development and planning, Sally's studies have both complemented and propelled her career path. She brings a broad range of skills to her current role as social research and stakeholder engagement consultant.