We connect people with evidence.
Research, data analytics and evaluation services for governments, nonprofit organizations and foundations serving children, youth and families.
Our Latest News
Community Voice: Fostering Youth Leadership in Community-Led Collaborative Service Delivery
PolicyWise in conversation with our communities partners from Grande Prairie community-led youth mental health hubs: Youth Voices members Alex and Charla Savoury, and Julia Turgeon the community coordinator. Read the full story of their experiences!
A Tale of Two Communities: A Deep Dive into Community-Led Youth Mental Health Hubs
Senior Research and Policy Associate, Valerie Salt, reflects on her experiences as the PolicyWise lead on implementation during the pilot phase and ongoing evaluation of the community-led youth mental health hubs project. She highlights how time and relationships are essential to launching community-led integrated service delivery.
A Wayfinder guide for adapting immersive, place-based methods to an uncertain world
For people unfamiliar with in-situ methodologies, we’ll share a story. It demonstrates the methods’ unique contribution to understanding experiences of a changing world.
Who Are We?
Since 2003, PolicyWise has been working with governments and social sector organizations serving children, youth and families. PolicyWise develops custom approaches to help clients gain knowledge, evaluate programs and services, and manage data.
Along the way, we have developed and nurtured a strong reputation as trusted advisors to our clients. When you work with the PolicyWise team, you will be heard, understood and respected. And, you will get evidence-informed insights you can apply in your own organization.
What Do We Do?
PolicyWise helps organizations to enrich the lives of children, youth and families through its rigorous research, data analysis and evaluation services. Each team member has a personal commitment to upholding the strictest professional standards in the projects they undertake.
Our dedicated team will work diligently with you to discover, analyze and share evidence that helps you make policies and decisions for the people you serve.
How Can We Help You?
In addition to producing results for its clients, PolicyWise believes in making a wide range of reports, infographics, toolkits and other resources publicly available whenever it can. We are committed to generating knowledge to influence positive changes for children, youth and families.
