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The American Evaluation Association is devoted to the application and exploration of program evaluation, personnel evaluation, technology, and many other forms of evaluation. We strive to provide an inclusive and diverse environment where evaluators can learn and connect regardless of experience in the field.
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AEA brings together evaluation professionals from diverse backgrounds and specialties. Through our diverse membership, communities, and partnerships, AEA creates collaboration opportunities that advance the field of evaluation.
Education & Programs
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Use the evaluation tools and education developed by the American Evaluation Association to become a better evaluator. We provide year-round opportunities to advance in the field of evaluation and programs to support the development of evaluation professionals.
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AEA offers two in-person events each year. These powerful, impactful events provide evaluators of all levels the education and networking opportunities they need to stay informed about and connected to their field.
Publications
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AEA offers both member exclusive and free publications that help guide best practices in the field of evaluation and provide insights to evaluation theory, approach, methodology, and delivery.
Policy Advocacy
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AEA brings together researchers, evaluators, policy writers, and organizational leaders for meaningful dialogue around the need for and impact of evaluation policies. We seek to improve government programs and their societal impact through evaluation and data best practices.

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The American Evaluation Association is devoted to the application and exploration of program evaluation, personnel evaluation, technology, and many other forms of evaluation. We strive to provide an inclusive and diverse environment where evaluators can learn and connect regardless of experience in the field.
Community
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AEA brings together evaluation professionals from diverse backgrounds and specialties. Through our diverse membership, communities, and partnerships, AEA creates collaboration opportunities that advance the field of evaluation.
Education & Programs
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Use the evaluation tools and education developed by the American Evaluation Association to become a better evaluator. We provide year-round opportunities to advance in the field of evaluation and programs to support the development of evaluation professionals.
Events
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AEA offers two in-person events each year. These powerful, impactful events provide evaluators of all levels the education and networking opportunities they need to stay informed about and connected to their field.
Publications
Publications
AEA offers both member exclusive and free publications that help guide best practices in the field of evaluation and provide insights to evaluation theory, approach, methodology, and delivery.
Policy Advocacy
Policy Advocacy
AEA brings together researchers, evaluators, policy writers, and organizational leaders for meaningful dialogue around the need for and impact of evaluation policies. We seek to improve government programs and their societal impact through evaluation and data best practices.

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