From questions to knowledge. From knowledge to change.

At the Peel Institute for Research and Training (PIRT), we help organizations transform ideas into evidence and evidence into impact.

Our Research Services are designed to support every stage of the research process — from study design to knowledge translation — with a focus on community engagement, academic rigor, and real-world relevance.

Our Offerings

We can lead full-scale studies or support your team through specific phases of research. Our collaborative and flexible approach ensures you get the expertise you need, when you need it.

1. Participatory Action Research (PAR)

We specialize in community-driven, participatory-action research, engaging stakeholders as partners throughout the process.

From defining research questions to collecting and analyzing data, we ensure that your research not only produces results, but builds capacity and creates meaningful change.

2. Research Collaboration

Already leading a project? PIRT can join as a research collaborator — contributing expertise in methodology, data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
We work seamlessly alongside academic, nonprofit, and community partners.

3. Research Consultation

Need support on a specific aspect of your study? Our team offers consultation services on research design, ethics, data analysis, and reporting.
We tailor our guidance to your project’s scope, audience, and goals.

4. Reporting & Knowledge Translation

We help you communicate your findings clearly and effectively through:

• Comprehensive research reports
• Conference posters and presentations
  Accessible summaries and infographics for public or stakeholder audiences

Our goal is to make your data meaningful and your results actionable.

Why Work With PIRT?

• Experienced researchers: Skilled in community-based and academic research methods.
• Collaborative mindset: We value co-creation and partnership in every project.
  
• Evidence you can use: Our research is designed to inform strategy, policy, and practice.
  
• Accessible communication: We translate complex findings into clear, engaging insights.

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Whether you’re looking for a research partner, a consultant, or full-scale project leadership — we’re here to help.
Contact us to discuss your research needs and explore how PIRT can support your next study.

Transform your team’s potential through evidence-based learning.

At PIRT, we specialize in designing, implementing, and evaluating custom training programs that are grounded in data and built for real-world impact. Whether you’re an organization, agency, or community group, our approach ensures your training initiatives are effective, inclusive, and evidence-informed.

Our Process

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all training. Every program we build is developed through a rigorous research process that ensures the content truly meets your team’s needs.

1. Needs Assessment

We begin by learning about your organization — its goals, challenges, and people. Through surveys, data reviews, and stakeholder consultations, we identify the key skills, knowledge, and gaps to address.

2. Research & Insights

Our team conducts a brief study of your demographics, a targeted literature review, and focus groups or interviews to gain a deeper understanding of your unique training needs and context.

3. Program Design

Based on these insights, we develop custom modules, delivered in PowerPoint or video format, supported by a facilitator manual that explains both how to use the training and the research behind it.

4. Implementation & Evaluation

We support you through implementation with pre- and post-tests to measure learning outcomes and a final evaluation report summarizing the impact, recommendations, and next steps.

Why Partner with PIRT?

• Evidence-based approach: Every module is backed by research and tested methodology.
  
• Tailored for your audience: Designed around your organization’s culture, needs, and goals.
  
• Comprehensive support: From discovery to evaluation, we guide you through every step.
  
• Actionable results: We don’t just deliver training — we deliver measurable outcomes.

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Ready to build training that truly transforms your team?
Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn how we can help design a program that meets your goals.

Turn data into insight. Turn insight into impact.

At PIRT, we help organizations understand what’s working, what’s not, and why.
Our Evaluation Services provide clear, evidence-based answers about the effectiveness and impact of your programs, projects, or training initiatives so you can make informed decisions and demonstrate results with confidence.

Our Approach

Our evaluations go beyond numbers. We combine rigorous research methods with a collaborative, community-informed process to ensure that every finding is meaningful and actionable.

1. Defining the Evaluation Goals

We start by working with you to clarify your objectives: what you want to learn, improve, or showcase. Together, we identify key performance indicators and outcomes that matter most.

2. Designing the Framework

Our team develops a tailored evaluation framework that fits your program’s context and resources. We use mixed-method approaches, combining quantitative data (surveys, metrics, analytics) with qualitative insights (interviews, focus groups, observations).

3. Data Collection & Analysis

We gather and analyze data with methodological precision. Whether it’s tracking participant outcomes, assessing engagement, or measuring community impact, our goal is to tell the full story behind the numbers.

4. Reporting & Recommendations

You’ll receive a comprehensive report that clearly communicates findings, highlights successes, and provides evidence-based recommendations for future growth.
We focus on clarity, visual storytelling, and real-world applicability, so your team can easily act on the results.

Why Choose PIRT for Evaluation?

• Independent & objective: We provide unbiased assessments you can trust.
  
• Research expertise: Our evaluations are grounded in academic and applied research methods.
  
• Collaborative process: We work with your team every step of the way. We also work with teams who have already collected their own data to perform an evaluation.
  
• Action-oriented results: Our reports go beyond description, they drive improvement and impact.

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Ready to measure what matters?
Contact us to discuss your evaluation needs and discover how we can help you demonstrate your impact.