Practice guide Aug 2021
Data sources in needs assessments
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This resource is a guide for those who are planning a needs assessment and want to identify and assess possible data sources.
Practice guide Aug 2021
This resource is a guide for those who are planning a needs assessment and want to identify and assess possible data sources.
Short article Mar 2021
This short article describes how to incorporate research into decision making based on practice-relevant questions.
Short article Mar 2021
This short article describes ways in which organisations can support their practitioners to use an evidence-informed approach to practice.
Short article Apr 2021
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Webinar Jul 2021
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Webinar Nov 2021
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Webinar Mar 2022
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Short article Oct 2020
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Research report Nov 2020
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Family Matters article Oct 2009
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