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The ultimate goal of the alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) prevention efforts across Minnesota is to reduce youth substance use. Provision of high-quality evaluation training and activities will play a direct role in supporting this goal. Program evaluation can be used to assess program design and implementation, improve program performance, and demonstrate the success of a program.

Additionally, program evaluation helps advance the understanding of effective services. Evaluation can identify helpful approaches, learn why some approaches may not work, and test new ways of addressing individual or community concerns. By sharing this information, the effectiveness of others who are working toward the same goals can be strengthened.

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