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  • What is the difference between GIPA, GRPPA and SAGE?

    Over the last two decades, NIC has collaborated with national experts to create a series of comprehensive assessments to

  • How can we use the SAGE results and what are the benefits of completing this process?

    After the data is collected and summarized, each agency will use the SAGE scoring manual, to identify strengths, challenges, and opportunities in e

  • Who should be recruited to participate an internal team member to implement SAGE?

    Agencies invited to participate in the SAGE process, are required to identify a project coordinator responsible for managing each phase of the SAGE

  • What is the time commitment for project coordinators and team members?

    Project Coordinators should expect to spend approximately 12-14 days on this project over an eight-month period.

  • How many virtual training dates are required? How long are the sessions? Who should participate in the virtual trainings?

    During the SAGE process, project coordinators will participate in one 2-hour planning and SAGE preparation meeting, and six 3-hour training session

  • Describe the assessment process. What types of assessment methods are used to gather agency-wide data?

    The SAGE instrument explores evidence-based and gender-responsive research across six domains: Leadership and Culture, Staffing and Training, Asses

  • How long will it take for the SAGE process?

    The SAGE process is typically completed over 6-8 months and includes four phases. 

  • What specialized training is required to complete the various assessment strategies?

     CEPP will provide training and coaching to ensure that agency team members are able to deliver the various assessment methods.

  • Will CEPP assist in conducting the surveys, focus groups, interviews, and observations?

    Each jurisdiction will be work with a consultant from CEPP to assist with the implementation of stage. 

  • What expectations does NIC have for our agency?

    NIC anticipates that products will vary depending on agency circumstances and needs.

  • Are there opportunities for continued support after the initial evaluation?

    To support the implementation of gender and trauma-informed policies and practices across agencies, NIC may offer each site access to technical ass