Strive Evaluation

This document describes an evaluation of the Skills, Training, Innovation and Employment (STRIVE) pilot program, which is designed to help single homeless people in London find employment. The program, implemented by St Mungo’s and Crisis Skylight and funded by MHCLG and BIS, was assessed through a mixed-methods approach, including process evaluation, qualitative outcomes assessment, and a value for money analysis. The findings reveal that STRIVE effectively supported participants, with many advancing to education, volunteering, or employment, and experiencing enhanced confidence and social connections. The program was particularly beneficial for white-British males over 40 with disabilities and a history of homelessness. It was found to be cost-effective, with a positive return on investment. Recommendations for expansion include ensuring appropriate local provider infrastructure and alignment with broader employment initiatives. The evaluation underscores the importance of partnership working, clear outcomes measurement, and a broad set of success metrics. **This summary was written by an AI model and therefore should not be considered a definitive summary of the report. If you are aware of inaccuracies, please email evaluation.registry@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.**

Description

• Lead department: Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government
• Evaluation stage: A complete evaluation report
• Other departments: No other departments listed
• Evaluation types: Process evaluation
• Process methods: Individual interviews
• Grant information: This intervention is not distributing funding via a grant
• Government Major Project information: This intervention is not a major project
• Policies: No policies provided

Event Dates

• Event Name: Publication of final results
• Event date: August 2018

Evaluation Costs

• Cost: Not provided

Evaluation sharing

• Link(s) to published report(s): Yes
• Links to evaluation plans: No link provided
• Findings: Not provided
• Permission to share confirmed: Yes