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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
Community
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
Education & Programs
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
Events
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.
Evaluation Policy
Evaluation Policy
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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About
About
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
Community
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
Education & Programs
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
Events
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.
Evaluation Policy
Evaluation Policy
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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About
About
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
Community
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
Education & Programs
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
Events
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.
Evaluation Policy
Evaluation Policy
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.

Community

AEA brings together a community of evaluation professionals across multiple disciplines and backgrounds to advance evaluation practice and support each other to accomplish career or program goals. Through our various resources, you can connect with other AEA members and the evaluation community at large year-round.

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AEA Connect

AEA Connect is an online platform that connects members through discussion forums, volunteer groups, and shared resources. The platform is designed to encourage collaboration year-round. Through the platform, you can access the document library, EvalTalk, TIG communities, and volunteer groups. In addition, you can add resources, send messages to fellow members, and contribute and start evaluation-focused discussions. AEA Connect

EvalTalk - Member Only

EvalTalk is a thriving community forum for discussion and questions. EvalTalk is open to members to maintain broad engagement and diverse viewpoints. Subscribe to EvalTalk today

Topical Interest Groups - Member Only

Topical Interest Groups (TIGs) are defined around a special topic or interest related to evaluation. Our 60+ TIGs are made up of volunteer members who work in subgroups to advance initiatives related to their topic. AEA supports TIGs and helps to coordinate their efforts year-round. TIG involvement is unlimited, although we recommend limiting membership to five to maintain appropriate involvement. View TIGs

Find an Evaluator

All AEA members are given the exclusive opportunity to be featured in our Find an Evaluator search tool. The public uses this tool to find evaluators that fit a criterion of specialty, location, or years of experience. Other evaluation professionals use the tool to find others in the field to form partnerships or collaborations. Find an Evaluator

Member Directory - Member Only

The AEA Member directory is a tool to facilitate one-to-one communication among AEA members. Only open to AEA members, this directory allows you to easily search for and contact other members with similar interests, locations, or affiliations. Membership Directory

Local Affiliates

There are currently 30+ local AEA affiliates throughout the United States. These local affiliates work with local communities to advance evaluation. AEA manages the Local Affiliates Collaborative to support, sustain, and strengthen local AEA affiliates by fostering joint and coordinated action among and between affiliates and AEA. Local Affiliate Listing

Volunteer Opportunities - Member Only

AEA values member input and engagement, relying upon your guidance and knowledge about the field in the development of programs for our membership. We also value diversity when building volunteer groups to better serve and represent this unique, global community of evaluators who proudly consider AEA their professional association. AEA volunteers gain personal and professional development through their time serving the association. Learn more