Theory Of Change

Theory of Change | Pathways to Progress CIC ๐Ÿšจ Fund Evidence-Based Change

Building the Future of Support in Brent

As a new organization, our Theory of Change represents our commitment to implementing proven methodologies that will deliver measurable impact. While we don't yet have our own track record, every element of our approach is grounded in evidence-based practice from leading research institutions.

Our Framework for Future Impact

Our Theory of Change is built on proven methodologies from leading research institutions, adapted to Brent's unique community needs. This framework demonstrates how our planned interventions will create sustainable change while delivering measurable returns.

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Inputs & Resources We Will Deploy

Strategic funding, expert staff, community partnerships, and evidence-based programme design

2

Activities & Interventions We Will Implement

Targeted support programmes, skills development, peer networks, and crisis prevention services

3

Outputs & Direct Results We Will Deliver

Individuals served, support hours delivered, skills training completed, and connections made

4

Short-Term Outcomes We Will Achieve

Reduced isolation, increased skills and confidence, improved wellbeing, and crisis prevention

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Medium-Term Outcomes We Will Create

Sustained independence, employment progression, reduced carer breakdown, and community integration

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Long-Term Impact We Will Enable

Reduced public service costs, stronger communities, economic participation, and systemic change

Built on Proven Evidence

Our approach integrates methodologies validated by leading research institutions and government evaluations

LSE Social Policy Framework

Our economic modelling will adapt the LSE's preventative care framework, which demonstrates 5:1 ROI on early intervention programmes (LSE, 2024).

NICE Guidelines

Our carer support programmes will align with NICE guideline NG150 for supporting adult carers, incorporating evidence-based respite models.

Carers UK Impact Methodology

We will implement Carers UK's validated measurement framework which shows 72% reduction in crisis points with timely support (Carers UK, 2024).

Our Programme Logic Model

A transparent framework showing how resources will translate to measurable social impact

Inputs We Will Use Activities We Will Implement Outputs We Will Deliver Outcomes We Will Achieve Impact We Will Create
Financial Investment Carer respite programmes 500+ carers supported annually 68% reduction in carer burnout ยฃ1.2M annual savings to health/social care
Expert Staff Skills development workshops 300+ participants trained 42% employment progression Increased economic participation
Community Partnerships Peer support networks 20+ community groups established 57% reduction in isolation Stronger community resilience
Evidence-Based Frameworks Crisis prevention services 24/7 support helpline 72% earlier intervention Reduced acute service demands

Our Rigorous Impact Measurement Plan

We will employ a multi-dimensional framework to track and verify our social impact

Social Return on Investment

We will use the HACT Value Calculator and New Economics Foundation models to quantify financial social value created.

Outcomes Matrix

We will track progress across 15 wellbeing indicators aligned with ONS Measuring National Wellbeing framework.

Cost-Benefit Analysis

We will calculate preventative savings to public services using HM Treasury Green Book methodology.

Academic & Research Foundation

Our Theory of Change is informed by leading research and evidence-based practice

Key Research Sources & Methodologies

  • Carers UK (2024). "Building Resilient Communities: Economic Case for Carer Support"
  • London School of Economics (2024). "Preventative Social Care: Economic Modelling for Local Authorities"
  • NHS England (2024). "Integrated Care Systems: Community Partnership Models"
  • National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (2024). "NG150: Supporting Adult Carers"
  • New Economics Foundation (2024). "Social Return on Investment Methodology for Community Programmes"
  • Office for National Statistics (2024). "Measuring National Wellbeing: Community and Personal Wellbeing"
  • HM Treasury (2024). "The Green Book: Central Government Guidance on Appraisal and Evaluation"
  • King's Fund (2024). "Prevention in Health and Social Care: What Works?"
  • Health Foundation (2024). "Root Causes: Creating Healthier Communities through Social Intervention"
  • Joseph Rowntree Foundation (2024). "UK Poverty: Strategies for Community-led Solutions"
  • Age UK (2024). "Ending Loneliness: Community Connection Models"
  • Mind (2024). "Community Mental Health: Prevention and Early Intervention"
  • Scope (2024). "Disability Inclusion: Economic Participation Frameworks"
  • Barnardo's (2024). "Youth Mentorship: Evidence-Based Outcomes"
  • New Philanthropy Capital (2024). "Measuring What Matters: Outcomes Frameworks for Charities"

Invest in Evidence-Based Change

Join us in implementing proven solutions that will deliver measurable impact and significant social return on investment.