Lord knows... But what do we know about the effectiveness of faith-based programming?

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  • Rob Fischer
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Rob Fischer Beginning with the Clinton Administration and greatly extended under George W. Bush, the federal government has expanded the role of faith-based providers in the delivery of a range of human services. Since 2001, the FaithBased and Community Initiative (FBCI) has aimed to give these organizations equal opportunity with secular and larger organizations to secure federal funding for the delivery of social services. Aside from Constitutional questions, the expanded role for Faith-Based and Community Organizations (FBCOs) within the domain of federally funded human services has carried with it an increased interest in the capacity and operational effectiveness of these organizations. In the context of the limited state of current research, important questions need to be addressed about how FBCOs conduct their programs and the extent to which the programs achieve the intended outcomes. This study seeks to assess the current evidence base by examining the previous relevant reviews, highlighting noteworthy studies in the field, and conducting a synthesis of the available research on FBCO effectiveness. The analysis places a premium on examining the available evidence for the purpose of effectively informing policy and practice as it relates to the FBCI. Research Summary

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تاریخ انتشار 2009