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A framework for the evaluation of activities and programs with harm-reduction objectives.

A C Ogborne1, C Birchmore-Timney

  • 1Department of Social and Evaluation Research, Addiction Research Foundation, London, Ontario, Canada. Ogborne@julian.uwo.ca

Substance Use & Misuse
|March 3, 1999
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This study offers a framework to evaluate harm-reduction programs, assessing their logic, implementation, outcomes, costs, and stakeholder concerns. Such evaluations are crucial for establishing harm reduction as a viable alternative to abstinence-only approaches.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research
  • Program Evaluation

Background:

  • Harm-reduction initiatives aim to reduce negative consequences associated with certain behaviors.
  • Establishing the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of harm-reduction programs is vital for their adoption.
  • Existing evaluation methods may not fully capture the complexities of harm-reduction initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a comprehensive framework for evaluating harm-reduction activities and programs.
  • To guide researchers and practitioners in assessing the logic, implementation, outcomes, costs, and cost-effectiveness of these programs.
  • To incorporate stakeholder perspectives and theoretical models into the evaluation process.

Main Methods:

  • The paper proposes a multi-component evaluation framework.

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  • This framework considers program logic, implementation fidelity, measurable outcomes, resource allocation, and economic impact.
  • It also emphasizes the integration of stakeholder feedback and relevant theoretical underpinnings.

    • Main Results:

    • The proposed framework provides a structured approach to assessing harm-reduction programs.
    • It highlights key areas for evaluation, including process, outcome, and economic indicators.
    • The framework facilitates a holistic understanding of program performance and value.

    Conclusions:

    • Comprehensive evaluations are essential for validating harm-reduction strategies.
    • This framework supports evidence-based decision-making for public health interventions.
    • Implementing this framework can strengthen the case for harm reduction as a public health approach.