2026 Evaluation 101

Changemakers

Virtual Workshop Hours

Coaching Call

Creating a Theory of Change

A theory of change is far more than a methodological tool; it is a strategic and narrative compass that helps clarify why and how our actions contribute to lasting transformation. It invites us to make explicit the links between our intentions, our activities, and the changes we seek to bring about, while recognizing the complexity of the human and community contexts in which we work.

This interactive workshop offers step-by-step guidance to help you develop a theory of change tailored to your organization, initiative, or project. Through guided reflection, concrete examples, and collaborative exercises, you will explore the key elements that underpin a theory of change: community needs and aspirations, underlying assumptions, the conditions required for change, and short-, medium-, and long-term outcomes. You will learn how to articulate a clear vision of change that is grounded both in your values and in on-the-ground realities.

The workshop will also provide foundational learning to strengthen your understanding of evaluation and strategic planning. Together, we will explore the concept of a framework, the distinction between theoretical and conceptual frameworks, and the central role that theories of change play in shaping and communicating compelling stories of impact.

The workshop will be conducted in English; however, the slides will be bilingual, all activities will be prepared in English and French, and the presenter is also bilingual in English and French and would be happy to receive questions in either official language.

Workshop Pre-Learning

Attend “Evaluation 101” or similar workshops on the basics of evaluation.

Please think about your organizational identity and values before this workshop.

If your organization or project has a theory of change, review it and come prepared to speak about it.

3.5 Hour Virtual Workshop

This interactive workshop offers a comprehensive overview of the steps involved in creating a theory of change.

1-Hour Coaching Session

Participate in discussions and exchanges with your peers on your specific evaluation needs.

Discover useful resources to help you continue learning and overcome some of the evaluation challenges you may encounter.

Develop a clear understanding of what a framework is and its role in the evaluation process, with a particular emphasis on theories of change.
Clarify and structure a vision of change by equipping participants to design a theory of change that is grounded in their values, contexts, and lived realities on the ground.
Support the creation of credible and compelling impact stories by coherently linking actions, outcomes, and intended transformations, in order to better communicate the value and effects of the work undertaken.

Chúk Odenigbo

Dr. Chúk Odenigbo (PhD) is the Consulting Director of Impact Evaluation at the Tamarack Institute. Proudly Franco-Albertan, Chúk is passionate about the impact of the environment on human health and the role of justice in understanding how our societies function. This passion manifests itself in his work, where he focuses on environmental and climate justice in his efforts to not only make green spaces accessible for everyone, but to fight environmental racism in all its forms and to popularise the understanding that you cannot create a society that is environmentally friendly if that same society is not just.

Chúk has worked in a variety of industries, including oil and gas, fashion retail, and academia. He is interested in the multidisciplinary nature of our existence and in exploring new solutions that respond to recurring problems. Chúk was ranked amongst the top 30 Sustainability Leaders under 30 by Corporate Knights, the top 30 Change-Making Albertans under 30 by the Alberta Council for Global Cooperation, the top 10 young Franco-Albertan leaders by Radio-Canada and the top 25 environmentalists under 25 in Canada by the Starfish for three years. Chúk was awarded the Eugène C.-Trottier award for his contribution in making his community more visible and more welcoming for all, and was named the 43rd Ashley Fellow at Trent University, the youngest person and first Black person to receive both of these distinctions.

Registration for this session is now open and limited to a small number of learners to ensure a dynamic learning experience. Registration includes a 3-hour virtual workshop, and a one-hour small group coaching session with participants. Zoom meeting details will be sent in advance. All participants will have access to a workshop resource page with slides, virtual workspaces, and all linked resources.

Post-workshop, participants will be invited to register for a post-event coaching session. At this interactive session, small groups of workshop participants will be encouraged to share their emerging questions and receive further support in translating the workshop’s learning into action.

Can’t attend the workshop, but love the content? Get in touch with Stephanie to learn more about how you can bring a custom version of this workshop to your organization or collaborative.

Building Your Theory of Change

Creating a Theory of Change

Workshop Pre-Learning

3.5 Hour Virtual Workshop

1-Hour Coaching Session

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Chúk Odenigbo

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