Ethics for Evaluation: Beyond "doing no harm" to "tackling bad" and "doing good"

Ethics for Evaluation provides a theoretical framework for ethical guidance in evaluation, focusing on doing no harm, tackling bad, and doing good. It is divided into four parts and presents a practical look at ethics, utilizing practical experience to analyze how ethics have been applied in evaluations and how new approaches can shape the future. The methodological scope ranges from working in contexts of fragility, conflict, and violence to participatory and decolonized approaches, including the ethical imperatives posed by global crises. It provides inspiration for an ethical perspective on how evaluation can contribute towards solving problems.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 294 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In the realm of Ethics for Evaluation, a comprehensive theoretical framework is established to unravel and organize the diverse perspectives on ethical guidance in evaluation. This framework centers its attention on the fundamental principles of doing no harm, addressing negative aspects, and promoting positive outcomes. Divided into four distinct parts, this authoritative work brings together a diverse group of subject experts who offer a practical and insightful examination of ethics in evaluation. Through their collective expertise, the chapters provide a practical perspective on how ethics has been applied in various evaluation contexts and explore innovative approaches that can shape the future of ethical evaluation practices.

The chapters collectively contribute to a unified understanding of the potential role of ethics in infusing policy decisions and stakeholder initiatives with evaluations that offer deeper insights and potential solutions for complex problems. They go beyond merely identifying what works and delve into the realm of what needs to be done and what actions would contribute to positive change. The methodological scope of Ethics for Evaluation encompasses a wide range of contexts, from working in fragile, conflict-ridden, and violent environments to participatory and decolonized approaches, including the ethical challenges posed by global crises such as climate change, inequality, and exploitative international relations.

Ethics for Evaluation serves as a valuable resource for evaluators, commissioners of evaluation, policymakers, and practitioners alike. It provides inspiration for adopting an ethical perspective in evaluation, which can play a crucial role in addressing problems and driving positive change. This comprehensive text establishes a solid foundation for inclusive terminology and ethics guidance that would serve as the cornerstone of a global endeavor to professionalize ethical evaluation practice. By embracing the principles outlined in Ethics for Evaluation, evaluators can ensure that their work is ethically sound, socially responsible, and ultimately beneficial to society as a whole.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032161433