One Hope

In September 2013, OneHope completed a validation report of the En Tus Manos (ETM) program in Chile to determine both the effectiveness of the program as well as to identify potential improvements. The research revealed that significantly more respondents reported that they attend church (or religious services) in the post-survey, compared with the pre-survey. Additionally, 73% said that the ETM video caused them to think about their faith and 76% said the program overall caused them to think differently about it. In general, the statistically findings were not significant, but still suggested positive changes between the pre- and post-tests. Modifications to the program were made as a result of the research. read more

In April 2011, OneHope completed an assessment for ministry design of Bayside Church’s outreach ministry in the Pride Park community of Florida. The assessment revealed that the ministry has been consistently growing over time and that Bayside volunteers have built individual relationships with residents. Volunteers give away food and clothing and meet other practical needs of residents. Additionally, the outreach ministry brings kids together who previously had no relationship and creates community among them. However, there is a lack of Spanish speakers in the ministry, outreach is usually only once a week and there is little interest among Bayside volunteers to work with other churches. read more

In November 2012, OneHope completed several months of evaluation research of the Coaching for Life program in South Africa. Research revealed that children’s Biblical knowledge increased significantly from the pre- to post-survey. Additionally, children reported very positive responses concerning the program, indicating that they liked the sessions, improved their football skills and learned about Jesus. Coaches also reported positive evaluations of the program by indicating that they implemented the lessons successfully, reported player improvement and that they would use the program again. read more

In February 2014 a national, market evaluation was completed in Thailand to describe and evaluate Protestant Christian ministry activities and services directed toward children and youth aged 5 to 19 years. This study is part of a broader, three year effort led by OneHope in 40 countries. The study reveals a national picture of the children and youth ministry sector, highlighting key stakeholders and exemplars, priority and commitment placed on children and youth, programs and activities utilized, and the average number of children and youth being reached with the Gospel. read more

In 2011, OneHope conducted market research in Assam, India in an effort to explore the values, media preferences, literacy levels of and the impact of violence on children and youth. The research revealed that having friends and involvement in sports were of high priority for youth, but that drug and alcohol consumption was not. Additionally, the highest percentage of media usage was dominated by TV, followed closely by books. 22% of the youth surveyed believed that their community is very violent. read more

In August 2013, OneHope completed several months of evaluation research of the 17 Stories program in Madagascar and Malawi to determine both the effectiveness of the program as well as to identify potential improvements. The research revealed dramatic improvement in students’ abilities to reflect knowledge of the Biblical metanarrative, identify and retell Bible stories. read more