Side by Side is connected to a large network of people around Australia and overseas. Our associates and collaborators work with us on projects and consultancies to contribute specific skills and expertise when needed.
Side by Side is connected to a large network of people around Australia and overseas. Our associates and collaborators work with us on projects and consultancies to contribute specific skills and expertise when needed.
Jalaris Aboriginal Corporation Since 2004 Side by Side has worked with Jalaris Aboriginal Corporation undertaking participatory evaluation of their community programs and collaborating on research and arts projects. Click on stories and related links below. Jalaris Kids Future Club Evaluation Report 2008
In the current evidence-based culture of academia and government policy, research is a vital part of community practice and program development. The ability of community organisations to undertake research on local issues, and communicate findings effectively is essential. It is a skill enabling them to gain support in addressing issues facing their community in...
Our work with community groups often includes organisational development to enable them to meet their objectives in sustainable ways. We have particular experience in organisational development with Indigenous groups. Some of the work we do in this area includes: Strategic planning processes. Workforce development strategies. Support in developing and negotiating funding applications and project...
Side by Side helps organisations and projects with evaluation by: Providing training and support in all aspects of evaluation. Coordinating evaluation of projects and programs. Planning evaluation processes and methods. Undertaking data collection and developing appropriate data collection tools and methods. Facilitating participatory processes in relation to evaluation of community projects and programs. Analysing...
Side by Side supports community development by undertaking: Planning and development of community projects and programs. Community consultation, needs and strengths analysis. Evaluation and review of community projects and programs. Project management of community projects and programs. Training and support in community development practice and principles (for government and community organisations). Mentoring and supporting...