Policy and program evaluation approaches are important for assessing the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of social welfare initiatives. Needs assessments identify gaps in services and inform policy development, while formative evaluations provide ongoing feedback to improve program implementation (Lane et al., 2020). Summative evaluations assess overall effectiveness after a program is completed, influencing policy revisions and funding decisions (Lane et al., 2020). Cost-benefit analysis ensures that financial investments are justified by program outcomes, while outcome assessments measure specific results, such as client well-being and community improvements (Laneet al., 2020). These evaluation methods ensure that policies and programs remain data-driven, responsive to community needs, and aligned with social work goals.

References

Lane, S. R., Palley, E. S., & Shdaimah, C. S. (2020).Social welfare policy in a changing world. SAGE Publications. ISBN-13: 9781544316185

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