Featured Insights

From rapid reviews of best practice evidence to policy analyses and the exploration of data on key topics, Insights provide useful information for supporting critical decision-making.

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From Training to Transformation:

Why Measuring Trauma-Informed Practice Matters

Trauma-informed practice (TIP) has become the gold standard across public and social services—from child welfare to healthcare, education to justice systems.  But here's the uncomfortable truth: despite widespread adoption, we're often flying blind when it comes to knowing whether these efforts actually work.

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Beyond "Does It Work?"

How Realist Evaluation Transforms Public and Social Services

If you've ever wondered why a program that works brilliantly in one community falls flat in another, or why identical interventions produce wildly different results across different settings, you're grappling with one of the most persistent challenges in public and social services.  Enter, realist evaluation.

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Addressing Homelessness in British Columbia:

A Strategic Policy Analysis

BC faces a housing crisis of unprecedented scale. With at least 11,352 people experiencing homelessness in spring 2023 and a projected housing shortage of up to 610,000 units by 2030, the province confronts challenges that demand more than good intentions. They require strategic, evidence-informed action.

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Transforming Public and Social  Services:

A Roadmap to Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

CQI isn't just about fixing problems—it's about building organizational capacity for ongoing adaptation and excellence. In an era of constant change and increasing expectations, organizations that master continuous improvement don't just survive—they thrive.

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Beyond Good Intentions:

A Practical Guide to Measuring What Matters in Social Service

The journey from good intentions to measurable impact starts with a single step—defining what success looks like for your organization and the communities you serve.