
Building Evaluation into Implementation from the Start
Date: September 23 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT
Whether you’re launching a new initiative or refining an existing one, aligning your evaluation strategy early can make all the difference.
Join us for a free, three-part virtual learning series: Building Evaluation into Implementation from the Start
This interactive series is designed for behavioral health professionals, system leaders, evaluators, and program staff committed to using data for meaningful change. If your work is based in SAMHSA Regions 6 or 8, this opportunity is for you!
What you’ll gain:
- Tools to align evaluation with your implementation goals
- Step-by-step guidance for building effective logic models
- Actionable evaluation plans focused on real-world use
Dates (60 minutes each at 11:00 AM CT):
- August 26: Connecting Implementation and Evaluation
- September 9: Building and Using Logic Models
- September 23: Action Planning for Evaluation and Data Use
Who should attend:
- Behavioral health and system leaders
- Implementation managers and program directors
- Evaluators, data, and quality improvement staff
- Anyone supporting program development in Regions 6 or 8
Let’s build programs that learn, adapt, and grow—starting with how we evaluate them.

Hub(s):
Southwestern Plains Hub
Event format: Virtual
Target audience(s):
Systems Leaders and Administrators|People Responsible for Leading Implementation Efforts|Individual Clinicians and Staff
Duration (hours): 3
Experience:
Beginner|Intermediate
Language(s): English