"Your participatory approach to this evaluation allowed us to grow as a team, and as individuals, and to gain real insight into what a sustainable practice of M&E looks like. You have inspired us to see that M&E is not something external to our programming, but something that can be embedded within our work in a way that allows us to continually learn and develop."

"The idea of capturing the participant’s feedback via velfies was both an obvious thing to do, but also a big step into the unknown for us. I found Isabela’s willingness to ‘learn-by-trying’ approach just what we needed to realise our ideas. In addition to a video that really captures the different personalities and reflections of the programme, Isabela provided an excellent Sense Learning analysis. We now have a feedback product that can have multiple uses and audiences, as well as some insightful learning from our Women’s Leadership Programme.”

"Normally evaluation is something to be wary of. But in this case, it was actually a very empowering process. Without the Whole Person Approach, it would have been difficult to make the truth come out. THe process was very collaborative but it was also independent. The mix of good and bad news were delivered in such a way that people were more likely to take it on board."

“I’ve taken part in a number of participatory evaluations before, but this was the first time I have been involved in the design of the evaluation questions.”

“An extremely well organised and thought-provoking three days, structured yet free-flowing. I came away feeling inspired and renewed in my way of thinking about business and how we tackle environmental and social issues. My aim is to return to the workplace able to inspire and educate and to become as active as possible in the ‘planet’ vision which is truly taking hold at Bettys & Taylors.”

“This was the most unique course I've ever taken in my years at school. I was fascinated by the city and loved learning about the ways that everything is achieved here. I will never forget this class, the professor, and the group I took it with!!”