Posted on in Journal Article, tagged as Aboriginal Programs, Best Practices, Conceptual Framework for FASD, FASD support programs, FAST, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Program Evaluation, Social Determinants of Health.
This article discusses creation of common evaluation frameworks for FASD-related programs. The project was guided by a social determinants of health perspective and included a literature search and consultations across Canada to help refine and confirm the final product. T e end result was development of three visual maps: FASD prevention programs, FASD support programs, and FASD programs in Aboriginal communities. Each map comprises concentric rings showing theoretical foundations; activities and approaches; and formative (program), participant, and community/systemic outcomes. The project website provides tools and indicators. The visual maps have wide-ranging applications that go beyond evaluation of FASD programs.