RCE Greater Portland-2014
a) Criteria/ indicators used to assess aspects of RCE work/ project: Character count 300 words:
We are in the process of developing a formal self-evaluation process, where we debrief what has worked and not worked well over the year. We have met after each event to discuss core indicators of went well and what we could do better next time, based on attendance, participant feedback, and whether our goals were achieved based on the outcomes.
b) Successes of the RCE and lessons learned: Character count 300 words:
We have hosted a variety of different events, which have strived to reach the broadest audience possible, across sectors, integrating the skills and resources of a variety of partners. Different working groups have planned and executed the events. We have identified needs within our community, such as the conflict over equity and justice, and we are glad that we could contribute to conversations about social sustainability.
c) Challenges experiences: Character count 300 words:
Attendance has been low at some of our events. We have struggled to identify the cause, whether an issue of outreach, location, time, and/or interest. We also had one event where communication seemed to break down the planners, so the outcomes and process were at odds. The Launch Celebration was also a huge undertaking and we unfortunately burned out some of our planners.
