Outcomes Measurement in Place-based Approaches

SIMNA (Social Impact Measurement Network Australia) and the AES (Australian Evaluation Society) have put together a hybrid event on the topic of measuring the social impact and evaluating place-based approaches.
Place-based approaches are a cornerstone of community empowerment, addressing complex local needs effectively. In response to Australia's social, economic, and environmental challenges, these approaches are gaining prominence, with a renewed focus on community-driven solutions.
The event will include a panel discussion followed by an interactive conversation facilitated by Paula Simoes dos Santos (SIMNA) and Melissa Kaltner (AES NSW & EY). The panel discussion will feature Lee-Anne Malony (Clear Horizon Consulting), George Argyrous (Paul Ramsay Foundation), Anna Powell (Collaboration for Impact) and Rachel Bertram (University of Technology Sydney), who will explore the unique nature of place based initiatives, discussing how we measure their impact and evaluate their outcomes
Lee-Anne Molony, Clear Horizon Consulting
Lee-Anne is an experienced evaluator, facilitator, and program designer with a strong background in the government, non-government, and private sectors. Specializing in working with diverse organizations, Lee-Anne focuses on applying evaluative thinking to enhance client strategies and programs.
George Argyrous, Paul Ramsay Foundation
George is the Head of Measurement, Evaluation, and Learning at Paul Ramsay Foundation, focused on breaking cycles of disadvantage. He has extensive experience in high-level government evaluation frameworks. Currently, he is collaborating with the ACT Government to build whole-of-government evaluation capability
Rachel Bertram, University of Technology Sydney
Rachel is a social impact and evaluation specialist. As the co-founder and Manager of the UTS Social Impact Toolbox, she focuses on democratizing access to social impact. Rachel’s research explores the integration of ecological and spiritual knowledge in social impact evaluation theory and practice. Rachel works with organizations to plan, evaluate, and report on social impact
Anna Powell, CEO of Collaboration for Impact
Anna is the CEO of Collaboration for Impact, with a distinguished leadership track record in international development, philanthropy, cross-sector collaboration, systems innovation, and impact measurement. Anna is a senior respected systems change practitioner with a deep commitment to social change, reconciliation, and equity.
This event was organised by the NSW Regional Network of the AES in partnership with SIMNA (Social Impact Measurement Network Australia) and hosted by EY’s Evaluation Practice Network.