Evaluation Esoterica from the American Evaluation Association
Washington, D.C., USA
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What does it take to make evaluation truly useful, equitable, and forward-looking? 💡 This week’s posts on AEA365 explore closing feedback loops, bridging values gaps, AI integration, youth disaster preparedness, and evaluator reflexivity.
🔗 View now: aea365.org/blog/
Every evaluator’s journey looks a little different—and that’s what makes this community so strong. What keeps you motivated in your work? What’s the one piece of advice you wish you’d received when starting out?
🎥 Share your story here: smithbucklinvoices.gv-one.co…
How can evaluation support equity, culture, and justice? Find out by attending Stream 3 sessions at Evaluation 2026 in Charlotte this November 16-20!
🔗 Explore all Stream 3 sessions and build your conference plan here: evaluationconference.org/Pro…
⏰ Today is your LAST DAY to save on #Eval2026! Join the evaluation community in Charlotte, November 16–20, for learning, connection, and fresh perspectives designed to move your practice forward.
🐦 Early Bird savings ends TODAY, October 12: evaluationconference.org/Reg…
Wondering how to lead evaluation teams with intention, foster culture, and prevent burnout? Our latest AEA365 blog series dives into two-way mentorship, culture design, shared power, and more! 🔗Read the Evaluation Managers and Supervisors TIG Week series: aea365.org/blog/category/eva…
How is AEA advocating for evaluator independence and evidence standards amidst federal policy shifts?
In the latest edition of AEA’s Policy Watch, the Evaluation Policy Task Force breaks down key policy developments impacting our field.
Read now: eval.org/Publications/Newsle…
Every evaluator has a story. What’s yours? Help us inspire the AEA community by sharing why you belong to AEA, what drives your work, or the advice you’d give to those just starting out.
Record a short video answering 2–3 prompts: smithbucklinvoices.gv-one.co…
Heading to Evaluation 2026? 💡 Stream 1: Foundations and Core Practice centers on the essential knowledge, ethics, and day-to-day realities that ground our profession.
🔗 Explore all Stream 1 sessions: evaluationconference.org/Pro…
#EVAL2026 #AEA
As part of the Opening Plenary at #Eval2026, AEA is creating 40 for 40: The Countdown to What's Next — a celebration of the people and ideas that have shaped evaluation over the past four decades. What belongs in the countdown?
Nominate by October 5: feedback.surveylab.com/.../c…
Wondering what happens when evaluation meets the arts? Our latest AEA365 blog series dives into creative evaluation, context, participation, health, and more. Thank you to the Arts, Culture, and Museums TIG and this week's contributors. 🔗 Read the series: aea365.org/blog/category/art…
Planning your #Eval26 schedule? 🗓️ The Presidential Strand features forward-looking sessions on equity, AI, language access, and Indigenous evaluation.
Explore the full lineup: evaluationconference.org/Pro…
Not registered? Join us: evaluationconference.org/Reg…
#Evaluation #Conference
It’s Latina/o Responsive Evaluation Discourse (LaRED) TIG Week on AEA365! Explore posts covering topics including restorative leadership, popular education facilitation, elevating youth voices through creative methods, CREE, and more. Visit the blog:
aea365.org/blog/
As part of the Opening Plenary at #Eval26, AEA is creating “40 for 40: The Countdown to What’s Next” — a celebration of the people, ideas, methods, and moments that have influenced the evaluation field over the past four decades. Submit your nominations: feedback.surveylab.com/.../c…
Join AEA's Conference Advisory Working Group for a Town Hall reflecting on Eval26 and looking ahead to Eval27. Hear updates on changes, early evaluation feedback, and what's planned for summer and fall. 🗓️ Thursday, August 13 | 2 p.m. ET
Register now: smithbucklin.zoom.us/webinar…
What could major changes to federal grantmaking, statistics, and research policy mean for evaluators? In this edition of AEA’s Policy Watch, the Evaluation Policy Task Force examines several developments shaping the federal policy landscape.
Read now: eval.org/Publications/Newsle…
Join AEA's Evaluation Policy Task Force for a Town Hall introducing the newly updated 2026 Evaluation Roadmap for a More Effective Government.
🗓️ June 16 | 2 p.m. ET
🎤 Kathryn Newcomer and Nate Varnell
Register: smithbucklin.zoom.us/meeting…
The George Julnes Endowed Social Betterment Conference Award supports emerging evaluators presenting at #Eval26—recognizing work that aligns with Dr. Julnes' vision of evaluation as a tool for justice and meaningful change.
📅 Apply by Thursday, June: eval.org/About/George-Julnes…
Communities of Practice (CoPs) offer a powerful way to support learning and strengthen evaluation. Participants will explore how CoPs can advance evaluative thinking, professional learning, and MEL practice by working with the core elements.
Learn more: ow.ly/LfKa50Z6SJs
Hosted in collaboration with the African Evaluation Association, the International Task Force, and AEA’s Democracy, Rights, and Governance TIG, this roundtable discusses evaluation’s role in navigating complex challenges.
🗓️ June 4
⏰ 2 p.m. ET
Register: smithbucklin.zoom.us/meeting…
Register for AEA's Summer Workshop in Washington, D.C. to learn practical frameworks for assessing AI tools based on real-world impact.
🗓️ June 24
⏰ 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. ET
🎤 Speaker: Kevin Hong
Claim your spot before the early bird discount ends June 5: eval.org/Education-Programs/…
