As Shanta moves into its second decade, we are committed to using its uniquely effective model to become a leading NGO both in terms of impact and sustainable outcomes, as well as innovative methods for measuring long & short term indicators of success.

LEVEL 1

 

LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM OUTCOME METRICS

For Example:
# of successful pig farms

Answers the question:
are the programs effective?

Measured:
baseline + annually for five years

LEVEL 2

 

STANDARD OF LIVING

Measured with Shanta’s Standard of
Living Assessment (SLA)

Answers the question:
are villagers improving their overall quality of life?

Measured:
baseline + years 3,6 & 9

LEVEL 3

 

SUSTAINABLE CAPACITY BUILDING & EVOLUTION OF MINDSET

Measured through village
interviews, observation, and stories

Answers the question:
are villages able to sustain positive changes during and post-Shanta partnership?

Measured:
baseline + annually for five years

Shanta’s approach creates lasting change