The Changing Transitions to Adulthood in Developing Countries

The Changing Transitions to Adulthood in Developing Countries
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 507
Release: 2006-01-08
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0309096804

Serving as a companion to Growing Up Global, this book from the National Research Council explores how the transition to adulthood is changing in developing countries in light of globalization and what the implications of these changes might be for those responsible for designing youth policies and programs. Presenting a detailed series of studies, this volume both complements its precursor and makes for a useful contribution in its own right. It should be of significant interest to scholars, leaders of civil society, and those charged with designing youth policies and programs.

Measuring Social Return on Investment for Community Schools

Measuring Social Return on Investment for Community Schools
Author: Laura Martinez
Publisher:
Total Pages: 66
Release: 2013
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ISBN:

Social return on investment (SROI) offers a new strategy to measure and communicate the value of outcomes achieved by programs that provide social, health, and education services to children and their families. It can be a powerful tool for demonstrating the monetary value of programs and services and for communicating that value in a way that can be understood at a basic economic level. This case study of two community schools operated by The Children's Aid Society in partnership with the New York City Department of Education--PS 5 and Salom ̌Ureą--provides convincing results. It was prepared using a methodology developed by The Finance Project to help community school leaders measure and communicate the social and economic value of a community school and its programs. This methodology is presented in a companion guide. The findings provide clear quantitative evidence that investments in Children's Aid community schools are making a demonstrable difference in the community. The following are appended: (1) Community School Goals and Outcomes Crosswalk; (2) Data Inventory Worksheet; (3) Impact Maps by Site and Beneficiary; (4) Monetized Benefits; and (5) SROI Deadweight Rationale. [For the companion guide "Measuring Social Return on Investment for Community Schools: A Practical Guide," see ED561996.].

Investment for Health and Well-being

Investment for Health and Well-being
Author: Dyakova M
Publisher: World Health Organization
Total Pages: 88
Release: 2017-09-27
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9289052597

Governments across the WHO European Region need to take urgent action to address the growing public health inequality economic and environmental challenges in order to achieve sustainable development (meeting current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs) and to ensure health and well-being for present and future generations. Based on a scoping review this report concludes that current investment policies and practices (doing business as usual) are unsustainable with high costs to individuals families communities societies the economy and the planet. Investment in public health policies that are based on values and evidence provides effective and efficient inclusive and innovative solutions that can drive social economic and environmental sustainability. Investing for health and well-being is a driver and an enabler of sustainable development and vice versa and it empowers people to achieve the highest attainable standard of health for all.

Return on Investment in Training and Performance Improvement Programs

Return on Investment in Training and Performance Improvement Programs
Author: Jack J. Phillips
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2012-06-25
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1136368329

The second edition of this bestselling book, 'Return on Investment in Training and Performance Improvement Programs,' guides you through a proven, results-based approach to calculating the Return on Investment in training and performance improvement programs. Jack Phillips has composed user-friendly ROI calculations, plus: *ten post-program data collection methods *ten strategies for determining the amount of improvement that is directly linked to training programs *ten techniques for converting both hard and soft data to monetary values 'Return on Investment in Training and Performance Improvement Programs, Second Edition' continues as a primary reference for learning how to utilize ROI to show the contribution of training, education, learning systems, performance improvement, and change initiatives throughout organizations. The book also details implementation issues, provides worksheets, and pinpoints non-monetary program benefits. A case study takes the reader through the ROI process step-by-step.

In Action

In Action
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994
Genre: Employees
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Energy Return on Investment

Energy Return on Investment
Author: Charles A.S. Hall
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2016-11-29
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3319478214

This authoritative but highly accessible book presents the reader with a powerful framework for understanding the critical role of the energy return on investment (EROI) in the survival and well-being of individuals, ecosystems, businesses, economies and nations. Growth and development are fundamental and ubiquitous processes at all scales, from individuals to food crops to national economies. While we are all familiar with the concepts of economic growth and living standards as measured by gross domestic product (GDP), we often take for granted the energy use that underpins GDP and our expectations for year-on-year growth. In this book, you will learn how these measures of “progress” are completely dependent on the balance that can be achieved between energy costs (inputs) and gains. Nothing is made or moved without an energy surplus, and it is the EROI of available energy sources more than any other single factor that determines the shape of civilization. Nearly all politics and economics assume that policy and market forces are the levers upon which future outcomes will hinge. However, this book presents many examples of historical and current events that can be explained much more clearly from an energetic perspective. In addition, a future scenario is developed that gives a central place to EROI in assessing the potential of governmental and private initiatives to substitute so-called renewable energy sources for diminishing stocks of fossil fuels. When cheap fossil fuels are no longer available in the abundance needed to mask economic problems and power business as usual, it will be EROI more than the plethora of “green” technologies that creates the boundary conditions for a sustainable future.

Social Return on Investment Analysis

Social Return on Investment Analysis
Author: Volker Then
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 421
Release: 2018-03-13
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3319714015

This book introduces and explains how to conduct a Social Return on Investment (SROI) analysis. It discusses the various advantages and disadvantages of different research strategies and designs, and explores the different ways in which SROI analysis results can be used for communication, outreach, and strategic decision-making. It provides insights into how and to what extent SROI analyses can help to meet different expectations, and presents different social impact research designs and methods. It presents an analytical framework for the identification of a proper SROI analysis, and shows readers how to establish an impact model, introducing a stakeholder-based approach.

Disease Control Priorities, Third Edition (Volume 2)

Disease Control Priorities, Third Edition (Volume 2)
Author: Robert Black
Publisher: World Bank Publications
Total Pages: 419
Release: 2016-04-11
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1464803684

The evaluation of reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH) by the Disease Control Priorities, Third Edition (DCP3) focuses on maternal conditions, childhood illness, and malnutrition. Specifically, the chapters address acute illness and undernutrition in children, principally under age 5. It also covers maternal mortality, morbidity, stillbirth, and influences to pregnancy and pre-pregnancy. Volume 3 focuses on developments since the publication of DCP2 and will also include the transition to older childhood, in particular, the overlap and commonality with the child development volume. The DCP3 evaluation of these conditions produced three key findings: 1. There is significant difficulty in measuring the burden of key conditions such as unintended pregnancy, unsafe abortion, nonsexually transmitted infections, infertility, and violence against women. 2. Investments in the continuum of care can have significant returns for improved and equitable access, health, poverty, and health systems. 3. There is a large difference in how RMNCH conditions affect different income groups; investments in RMNCH can lessen the disparity in terms of both health and financial risk.

Analysis of the Return on Investment and Economic Impact of Education

Analysis of the Return on Investment and Economic Impact of Education
Author: Washington (State). State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
Publisher:
Total Pages: 66
Release: 2016
Genre:
ISBN:

Washington's Community and Technical Colleges (the colleges) serve 305,087 credit and 95,890 non-credit students. The colleges' service region, for the purpose of this report, consists of Washington State. This report assesses the impact of the colleges as a whole on the state economy and the benefits generated by the colleges for students, taxpayers, and society. The approach is twofold. The study begins with an economic impact analysis of the colleges on the Washington economy. To derive results, a specialized Multi-Regional Social Accounting Matrix (MR-SAM) model is used to calculate the added income created in the Washington economy as a result of increased consumer spending and the added knowledge, skills, and abilities of students. Results of the economic impact analysis are broken out according to the following impacts: (1) impact of the colleges' day-to-day operations; (2) impact of student spending; and (3) impact of alumni who are still employed in the Washington workforce. The second component of the study measures the benefits generated by the colleges for the following stakeholder groups: students, taxpayers, and society. For students, an investment analysis was performed to determine how the money spent by students on their education performs as an investment over time. The students' investment in this case consists of their out-of-pocket expenses and the opportunity cost of attending the colleges as opposed to working. In return for these investments, students receive a lifetime of higher earnings. For taxpayers, the study measures the benefits to state taxpayers in the form of increased tax revenues and public sector savings stemming from a reduced demand for social services. Finally, for society, the study assesses how the students' higher earnings and improved quality of life create benefits throughout Washington as a whole. The results of this study show that the colleges create a positive net impact on the state economy and generate a positive return on investment for students, taxpayers, and society. The following are appended: (1) Washington's Community and Technical Colleges; (2) Glossary of Terms; (3) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs); (4) Example of Sales versus Income; (5) Emsi MR-SAM; (6) Value per Credit Hour Equivalent and the Mincer Function; (7) Alternative Education Variable; (8) Overview of Investment Analysis Measures; (9) Shutdown Point and (10) Social Externalities. A list of resources and references is included.