Data: Not Just Collecting, But Acting by Shobha Mittal, MPPM, MPA, Research and Evaluation Specialist, and Shauna Reinhart, MPA, Research and Evaluation Specialist, Pressley Ridge, Pittsburgh, PA

Data is often perceived as something that is collected to make charts and to hand over to management for doing "their thing" with it. When used wisely, data paints a realistic picture that informs executives, empowers staff that collects it, reduces redundancy, and develops transparency. This presentation will discuss the challenges of data collection, getting the message across to all levels of staff, and impacting the treatment of children and families.