Third Sector Podcast An impact measurement overhaul at DofE
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Aug 22, 2025 Join Ruth Marvel, the Chief Executive of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, as she dives into the charity’s innovative impact measurement framework. She shares the significance of a theory of change co-created with young people to guide their initiatives. Ruth emphasizes the use of national open data sets to validate the program’s effectiveness, especially for marginalized groups. Transparency in data reporting and adapting to evolving youth needs are also key topics, showcasing the intersection of data, policy, and youth enrichment.
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Theory Of Change Guided Measurement
- A clear theory of change anchored DofE's impact work and guided measurement choices.
- Mapping outcomes to tested questions made the framework credible and focused.
Reuse National Survey Questions
- Use existing national survey questions to measure your outcomes rather than inventing new ones.
- That gives you robust, peer-reviewed items and useful population comparison data.
Early Report From 40,000 Completers
- The first impact report analysed over 40,000 completers and showed statistically significant gains.
- Improvements covered life skills, wellbeing and community connectedness.