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Client Testimonials
We recently worked with Naomi and Gina, who evaluated a community grass roots project we were delivering in Bridgwater, Somerset. The project aimed to bring experts by experience affected by COPD together to champion and support the wellbeing of others living with the disease. Volunteer community coordinators were recruited and supported to listen to experiences, provide information about support and wellbeing services and influence services and decisions makers by sharing feedback at a strategic level. Naomi and Gina supported the project by carrying out an independent evaluation of the project to highlight the impact of the projects approach. Their professional approach included speaking to participants at focus groups and sing2breathe sessions and interviewing key stakeholders. They delivered the evaluation in a timely and proactive way, were flexible and got ‘stuck in’ at the sessions. Their final report with recommendation has been welcomed by those who took part in the project as well as system leader. I would highly recommend the service and hope to work with Naomi again in the future.
Lucie Woodruff, Evolving Communities
It has been a real pleasure working with Naomi, Seb, and Anneliese. We have really appreciated all of their hard work and dedication to the project.
Ropinder Gill, CEO of Lymphoma Action
We worked with Naomi recently delivering a substantial report around engaging communities and ensuring our services are inclusive and accessible. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Naomi on the project: she was always professional, committed to understanding the issues and the context, and delivered a very high standard of work. The work really helped us to develop a deeper understanding of the issues: with thorough work in the literature and data, plus community engagement insights. Naomi communicated brilliantly with all levels of the organisation whilst exploring the current context and also in delivering the final report and recommendations. She was flexible and considered in her approach and this helped us to shape the project to reach the desired outcomes.
Sarah Weston – Head of Services and Support, Bowel Cancer UK
I would highly recommend Naomi. On a professional level, she has been brilliant at pinpointing the areas that we need to evaluate whilst ensuring the process is not too difficult for our service users. On a personal level, Naomi is kind, helpful empathic person who would be an asset to any team or project.
Hannah Ashford, Managing Director of Early Nourishment CIC
Dr. Naomi Tyrrell is a highly skilled and professional researcher who has worked with Justice Studio on a growing number of projects and research studies. Her expertise and strategic guidance in ensuring our work surfaces the insights and evidence our clients need to better understand or develop their services has been invaluable. From public health related services delivered during the pandemic to wider analyses to shape the design of public services, having Naomi on board has been a gift and a pleasure.
Abigail Bulley, Justice Studio
I have worked with Naomi for many years on research and I have found her to be a very professional and dedicated researcher and project manager, who cares deeply about the participants in any project. Her research and writing skills are excellent and she can make project findings accessible to multiple audiences, from policy makers to practitioners, general public and the media, families and young people. I am confident Naomi will deliver any project at the the highest quality.
Professor Daniela Sime, University of Strathclyde
I attended a training course with Naomi through my institution on the topic of knowledge exchange and I can safely say it was one of the best sessions on this topic I have attended. Naomi’s expertise in this area is phenomenal and her delivery of the content was engaging and easy to follow. Naomi was friendly, open and showed interest in all participants stories and I know I was not the only participant to leave feeling inspired. Highly recommend working with Naomi.
Workshop Participant
'I just wanted to say thank you so much. It’s a really great piece of work, with helpful guidance as to steps we could take in the future. We love the infographics too. Very much appreciated!'
David Cook, WCVA
Despite the challenges surrounding the project Anneliese and Naomi very quickly got up to speed with what we wanted from the evaluation and were both easy to work with and bought a lot of experience to the project.
We were delighted with the reports and guidance that they both provided and have been able to adopt a number of the recommendations in our current practice. Thank you for your support.
We were delighted with the reports and guidance that they both provided and have been able to adopt a number of the recommendations in our current practice. Thank you for your support.
Tracey Harrison, MS Scotland
(A collaboration with Anneliese Levy, Thoughtful Content)
(A collaboration with Anneliese Levy, Thoughtful Content)
Working with Naomi of Research Your Way has been an absolute pleasure. Her expertise and professionalism were evident in her evaluation of the British Art Show 9, which included running a thoughtful and informative workshop with stakeholders, and her captivating talk and Q&A on AI for Research and Knowledge Exchange during our Faculty's Lunchtime Learning sessions. Naomi's thoroughness, responsiveness, and excellent communication skills have made working together both enjoyable and productive. Her ability to incorporate feedback and tailor her approach to our needs has been invaluable. I wholeheartedly recommend Naomi and Research Your Way to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, reliable, and engaging consultant.
Rupert Lorraine, Director of The Arts Institute, University of Plymouth
At the University of Salford we are very excited to work with Research Your Way. Naomi’s Alt-Ac Career sessions are sensitive and uplifting and help our researchers understand the plethora of options open to them. Her advice on networking and using Linked In has proved invaluable to our PGR students and ECRs.
Dr Stephen Ling
From the very first call with Naomi it was clear that she has a passion for what she does, and a really great way of understanding the organisations she is working with. For us, we were seeking an independent review as we came to the end of some long-term funding, but we were also in a period of change in our organisation. Talking to Naomi felt incredibly easy and we instantly felt like she understood our values and what we were fighting for. She created a unique framework based on what we do and she implemented it wonderfully. We're very happy with Naomi's work and will definitely be coming back in the future for our next evaluation. Thanks so much Naomi!
Amy, Elle & Sarah, Greater Manchester Douglas CIC
Naomi and her team at Research your way provided a personal yet professional service. They listened to our needs and provided guidance on the best ways to achieve what we needed. Naomi was always supportive and responsive to queries as the project progressed and delivered high quality results. I would recommend Research Your Way and would work with them again in the future.
Emily Perriam, MS Society
Our Clients
Research Your Way Client Case Studies
From CIC and Charity Evaluation Clients
Case Study 1: Reimagining the Film Archive (RtFA) – The Box, Plymouth
We worked with The Box, Plymouth, to evaluate the Year 2 impact of their Reimagining the Film Archive (RtFA) project, funded by the BFI Screen Heritage Fund, Plymouth City Council, and Arts Council England. Through careful evaluation and monitoring, The Box was able to understand the reach and relevance of their film archive, measure outcomes, and highlight the ways it engages audiences, researchers, and the wider cultural heritage sector. The project has strengthened digital presence, increased visibility through social media and national events, and embedded inclusive leadership and collaborative practice across the organisation.
The RtFA project has also sparked new artistic, educational, and community-led initiatives, with volunteers and researchers contributing to inclusive cataloguing and digital sustainability. Public engagement has flourished through themed screenings, community-curated events, and accessible programming with BSL interpretation and subtitling. Our evaluation highlighted practical recommendations to sustain RtFA’s impact, including consolidating feedback, expanding digital reach, and supporting inclusive volunteering pathways. This case study shows how thoughtful evaluation can help cultural organisations understand their impact, connect with diverse audiences, and strengthen their long-term sustainability.
We worked with The Box, Plymouth, to evaluate the Year 2 impact of their Reimagining the Film Archive (RtFA) project, funded by the BFI Screen Heritage Fund, Plymouth City Council, and Arts Council England. Through careful evaluation and monitoring, The Box was able to understand the reach and relevance of their film archive, measure outcomes, and highlight the ways it engages audiences, researchers, and the wider cultural heritage sector. The project has strengthened digital presence, increased visibility through social media and national events, and embedded inclusive leadership and collaborative practice across the organisation.
The RtFA project has also sparked new artistic, educational, and community-led initiatives, with volunteers and researchers contributing to inclusive cataloguing and digital sustainability. Public engagement has flourished through themed screenings, community-curated events, and accessible programming with BSL interpretation and subtitling. Our evaluation highlighted practical recommendations to sustain RtFA’s impact, including consolidating feedback, expanding digital reach, and supporting inclusive volunteering pathways. This case study shows how thoughtful evaluation can help cultural organisations understand their impact, connect with diverse audiences, and strengthen their long-term sustainability.
Case Study 2: Live Well in Braunton (LWiB) – Community Wellbeing and Engagement
Our team evaluated the three-year Live Well in Braunton (LWiB) project, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, helping the organisation understand its impact and capture evidence of meaningful outcomes for residents. Through detailed monitoring and evaluation, we were able to show how LWiB not only achieved its core goals but also delivered wider benefits, supporting connection, purpose, community cohesion, and social equity. By providing insights into participation, barriers, and inclusive engagement, our evaluation helped the project demonstrate its value as a catalyst for local wellbeing and community engagement.
LWiB created lasting spaces and opportunities for residents, from the Community Garden and Wellbeing Walks to youth-focused activities and SOUP events. The coordinated Volunteer Hub expanded capacity and strengthened community support, while evaluation highlighted clear gains in life skills, confidence, self-worth, independence, and social inclusion. Our findings also guided the project’s next steps, emphasising the importance of sustaining volunteer engagement, securing long-term funding, and maintaining youth participation. This case study shows how targeted evaluation can help community projects evidence outcomes, inform strategy, and maximise their impact on local wellbeing.
Our team evaluated the three-year Live Well in Braunton (LWiB) project, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, helping the organisation understand its impact and capture evidence of meaningful outcomes for residents. Through detailed monitoring and evaluation, we were able to show how LWiB not only achieved its core goals but also delivered wider benefits, supporting connection, purpose, community cohesion, and social equity. By providing insights into participation, barriers, and inclusive engagement, our evaluation helped the project demonstrate its value as a catalyst for local wellbeing and community engagement.
LWiB created lasting spaces and opportunities for residents, from the Community Garden and Wellbeing Walks to youth-focused activities and SOUP events. The coordinated Volunteer Hub expanded capacity and strengthened community support, while evaluation highlighted clear gains in life skills, confidence, self-worth, independence, and social inclusion. Our findings also guided the project’s next steps, emphasising the importance of sustaining volunteer engagement, securing long-term funding, and maintaining youth participation. This case study shows how targeted evaluation can help community projects evidence outcomes, inform strategy, and maximise their impact on local wellbeing.
Case Study 3: Evolving Communities COPD Project – Bridgwater
Our team conducted a detailed impact evaluation of the Evolving Communities COPD Project in Bridgwater, part of NHS England’s Core20PLUS5 initiative to reduce health inequalities in the most deprived areas. By applying rigorous evaluation methods, we helped the project understand its impact on people living with chronic respiratory disease, identify challenges, and evidence outcomes for participants and the wider community. The evaluation highlighted how meaningful monitoring can capture improvements in physical health, mental wellbeing, social connectivity, and practical support, providing clear insights to guide future planning.
The project successfully engaged people facing barriers to participation through empathetic facilitation, extensive outreach, and accessible, informal sessions. Participants reported improved breathing, reduced anxiety, greater confidence in managing COPD, and stronger social connections, while gaining awareness of local health programmes and peer support networks. Our evaluation also identified opportunities to sustain and expand impact, including continued promotion, social media engagement, diverse activity locations, holistic support, and long-term funding. This case study demonstrates how evaluation can help health initiatives evidence their outcomes, strengthen engagement with underserved communities, and inform strategies for long-term sustainability and well-being.
Our team conducted a detailed impact evaluation of the Evolving Communities COPD Project in Bridgwater, part of NHS England’s Core20PLUS5 initiative to reduce health inequalities in the most deprived areas. By applying rigorous evaluation methods, we helped the project understand its impact on people living with chronic respiratory disease, identify challenges, and evidence outcomes for participants and the wider community. The evaluation highlighted how meaningful monitoring can capture improvements in physical health, mental wellbeing, social connectivity, and practical support, providing clear insights to guide future planning.
The project successfully engaged people facing barriers to participation through empathetic facilitation, extensive outreach, and accessible, informal sessions. Participants reported improved breathing, reduced anxiety, greater confidence in managing COPD, and stronger social connections, while gaining awareness of local health programmes and peer support networks. Our evaluation also identified opportunities to sustain and expand impact, including continued promotion, social media engagement, diverse activity locations, holistic support, and long-term funding. This case study demonstrates how evaluation can help health initiatives evidence their outcomes, strengthen engagement with underserved communities, and inform strategies for long-term sustainability and well-being.
Case Study 4: Early Nourishment CIC– Evidence-Based Infant Feeding Support in North Devon and Torridge
Our team conducted an independent mid-term evaluation of Early Nourishment CIC’s evidence-based infant feeding and family support services in North Devon and Torridge. By collecting surveys and conducting interviews with service users, volunteers, staff, trustees, and partners, we helped Early Nourishment CIC gain a clear picture of the project’s impact and evidence outcomes. This evaluation enabled the organisation to respond to parents’ feedback, adapt services, and strengthen support for families during a period of cost-of-living pressures and stretched statutory services.
The Nourished Feeding Project supports parents with evidence-based guidance on infant feeding, helping to reduce confusion and prevent under- or over-feeding, while also promoting parental mental health, child development, and family wellbeing. Evaluation findings revealed that the project successfully addressed social isolation, empowered parents through accessible information, and reinforced community support networks. By integrating regular evaluation into the project’s delivery, Early Nourishment CIC has been able to continuously improve services, demonstrate impact to stakeholders, and ensure families receive timely, practical, and evidence-based support during the critical first 1,000 days of life.
Our team conducted an independent mid-term evaluation of Early Nourishment CIC’s evidence-based infant feeding and family support services in North Devon and Torridge. By collecting surveys and conducting interviews with service users, volunteers, staff, trustees, and partners, we helped Early Nourishment CIC gain a clear picture of the project’s impact and evidence outcomes. This evaluation enabled the organisation to respond to parents’ feedback, adapt services, and strengthen support for families during a period of cost-of-living pressures and stretched statutory services.
The Nourished Feeding Project supports parents with evidence-based guidance on infant feeding, helping to reduce confusion and prevent under- or over-feeding, while also promoting parental mental health, child development, and family wellbeing. Evaluation findings revealed that the project successfully addressed social isolation, empowered parents through accessible information, and reinforced community support networks. By integrating regular evaluation into the project’s delivery, Early Nourishment CIC has been able to continuously improve services, demonstrate impact to stakeholders, and ensure families receive timely, practical, and evidence-based support during the critical first 1,000 days of life.
Case Study 5: Connecting Communities Programme – Promoting Sustainable and Inclusive Travel
Our team conducted an independent evaluation of the Connecting Communities Programme, which encourages car-free, rail, and active travel choices through inclusive community engagement. Using a structured critical analysis framework, we assessed three years of project data, capturing both qualitative and quantitative impacts. This evaluation helped the programme understand community transport needs, barriers to access, and preferred journey types, providing actionable insights to shape sustainable, inclusive, and efficient travel opportunities.
The programme empowers communities to co-create their local spaces, fostering social cohesion and inclusion while promoting ownership of shared indoor and outdoor areas. Evaluation findings highlighted the effectiveness of engagement approaches, sustainability initiatives, and strategic planning, while identifying opportunities to further strengthen participation and accessibility. By embedding evaluation into programme delivery, the Connecting Communities Programme has been able to evidence impact, refine its approach, and ensure that communities are actively shaping transport solutions and making meaningful connections in ways that work for them.
Our team conducted an independent evaluation of the Connecting Communities Programme, which encourages car-free, rail, and active travel choices through inclusive community engagement. Using a structured critical analysis framework, we assessed three years of project data, capturing both qualitative and quantitative impacts. This evaluation helped the programme understand community transport needs, barriers to access, and preferred journey types, providing actionable insights to shape sustainable, inclusive, and efficient travel opportunities.
The programme empowers communities to co-create their local spaces, fostering social cohesion and inclusion while promoting ownership of shared indoor and outdoor areas. Evaluation findings highlighted the effectiveness of engagement approaches, sustainability initiatives, and strategic planning, while identifying opportunities to further strengthen participation and accessibility. By embedding evaluation into programme delivery, the Connecting Communities Programme has been able to evidence impact, refine its approach, and ensure that communities are actively shaping transport solutions and making meaningful connections in ways that work for them.
Case Study 6: Greater Manchester Doulas – Trauma-Informed Maternal Support
Our team conducted an independent evaluation of Greater Manchester Doulas (GMD), assessing the impact of their National Lottery-funded project. Through qualitative interviews, service-user feedback, and analysis of secondary data, we provided evidence of GMD’s delivery of trauma-informed, person-centred support that improves maternal wellbeing, birth experiences, and early bonding. Our evaluation enabled GMD to capture the meaningful outcomes of their work and inform strategic decisions for ongoing service development.
The evaluation highlighted that GMD empowers women from diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds, including those living in areas of high deprivation. Participants consistently reported increased confidence, improved decision-making, better mental health, and more positive birth experiences. Findings also identified opportunities for growth, including raising awareness of doula services, increasing administrative capacity, and expanding outreach to underserved communities. By embedding evaluation into their practice, GMD can continue to evidence impact, strengthen trauma-informed care, and enhance support for women’s rights, autonomy, and maternal wellbeing across Greater Manchester.
Our team conducted an independent evaluation of Greater Manchester Doulas (GMD), assessing the impact of their National Lottery-funded project. Through qualitative interviews, service-user feedback, and analysis of secondary data, we provided evidence of GMD’s delivery of trauma-informed, person-centred support that improves maternal wellbeing, birth experiences, and early bonding. Our evaluation enabled GMD to capture the meaningful outcomes of their work and inform strategic decisions for ongoing service development.
The evaluation highlighted that GMD empowers women from diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds, including those living in areas of high deprivation. Participants consistently reported increased confidence, improved decision-making, better mental health, and more positive birth experiences. Findings also identified opportunities for growth, including raising awareness of doula services, increasing administrative capacity, and expanding outreach to underserved communities. By embedding evaluation into their practice, GMD can continue to evidence impact, strengthen trauma-informed care, and enhance support for women’s rights, autonomy, and maternal wellbeing across Greater Manchester.
Case Study 7: Supporting People Affected by Multiple Sclerosis
Our team conducted an independent evaluation for MS Society’s Community Research Project, focusing on the needs and priorities of people affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS) across local communities. By gathering insights through surveys and interviews with individuals living with MS, MS Society staff, volunteers, and partner organisations, we helped the project understand barriers to accessing support, identify gaps in service delivery, and evidence outcomes for both engaged and underserved community members. This evaluation enabled Project Mead to make data-informed decisions to improve accessibility, inclusivity, and overall service effectiveness.
Findings highlighted the vital role of in-person, local-based support groups, while also showing the importance of accessible telephone and online services for those facing mobility or transport challenges. Emotional support, physical wellbeing, symptom management, and reliable information emerged as key priorities. Our evaluation also identified areas for development, including enhancing inclusivity, supporting and training volunteers, improving communication and outreach, and expanding service provision for newly diagnosed or underserved individuals. By embedding evaluation into its practice, Project Mead can continue to strengthen community connection, empower people affected by MS, and ensure that support services are responsive, inclusive, and impactful.
Our team conducted an independent evaluation for MS Society’s Community Research Project, focusing on the needs and priorities of people affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS) across local communities. By gathering insights through surveys and interviews with individuals living with MS, MS Society staff, volunteers, and partner organisations, we helped the project understand barriers to accessing support, identify gaps in service delivery, and evidence outcomes for both engaged and underserved community members. This evaluation enabled Project Mead to make data-informed decisions to improve accessibility, inclusivity, and overall service effectiveness.
Findings highlighted the vital role of in-person, local-based support groups, while also showing the importance of accessible telephone and online services for those facing mobility or transport challenges. Emotional support, physical wellbeing, symptom management, and reliable information emerged as key priorities. Our evaluation also identified areas for development, including enhancing inclusivity, supporting and training volunteers, improving communication and outreach, and expanding service provision for newly diagnosed or underserved individuals. By embedding evaluation into its practice, Project Mead can continue to strengthen community connection, empower people affected by MS, and ensure that support services are responsive, inclusive, and impactful.
Case Study 8: Forgotten Battles: Gender in the Armouries – Inclusive Museum Storytelling
Our team conducted an independent evaluation of Forgotten Battles: Gender in the Armouries, a co-curated exhibition at the Royal Armouries in partnership with Leeds 2023 (September 2023–March 2024). By assessing visitor and participant feedback, volunteer experiences, and staff interviews, we provided insights that highlighted the exhibition’s impact on inclusive storytelling, audience engagement, and museum practice. This evaluation enabled the museum to capture the outcomes of its community-led approach and evidence the value of participatory curation and inclusive programming.
The exhibition, developed by volunteers and researchers from LGBTQ+ communities, uncovered hidden stories in the collection and reframed narratives through a gendered and queer lens. Visitors reported feeling welcomed, engaged, and emotionally moved, while volunteers gained new skills in research, interpretation, and creative direction. Evaluation findings also emphasised the exhibition’s role in driving cultural change within the museum, strengthening its commitment to collaboration, inclusion, and community participation. Recommendations for future exhibitions included enhanced visibility and more accessible resources for volunteers, ensuring that the museum can continue to deliver meaningful, inclusive storytelling experiences for diverse audiences.
Our team conducted an independent evaluation of Forgotten Battles: Gender in the Armouries, a co-curated exhibition at the Royal Armouries in partnership with Leeds 2023 (September 2023–March 2024). By assessing visitor and participant feedback, volunteer experiences, and staff interviews, we provided insights that highlighted the exhibition’s impact on inclusive storytelling, audience engagement, and museum practice. This evaluation enabled the museum to capture the outcomes of its community-led approach and evidence the value of participatory curation and inclusive programming.
The exhibition, developed by volunteers and researchers from LGBTQ+ communities, uncovered hidden stories in the collection and reframed narratives through a gendered and queer lens. Visitors reported feeling welcomed, engaged, and emotionally moved, while volunteers gained new skills in research, interpretation, and creative direction. Evaluation findings also emphasised the exhibition’s role in driving cultural change within the museum, strengthening its commitment to collaboration, inclusion, and community participation. Recommendations for future exhibitions included enhanced visibility and more accessible resources for volunteers, ensuring that the museum can continue to deliver meaningful, inclusive storytelling experiences for diverse audiences.
