Bòrd na Gàidhlig – Assessing cost-effectiveness of the £300k annum Iomairtean Gaelic youth initiative

Across 13 operating localities linked to secondary schools with Gaelic medium education (GME) we researched the impact of the Iomairtean youth programme.  The focus was measuring the extent the investment was increasing Gaelic usage amongst youths.  A great mix of Iomairtean delivery models operate across the Western Isles, Inner Hebrides, Glasgow, Inverness and Edinburgh. Detailed analysis of the workings and … Read More

Meriel YoungBòrd na Gàidhlig – Assessing cost-effectiveness of the £300k annum Iomairtean Gaelic youth initiative

Research and monitoring – Bòrd na Gàidhlig (BnG)

Scrutiny of the delivery of Gaelic language plans (GLP’s) across five public bodies and local authorities. Working with David Hunter from Not for Profit planning this work involved checking that all the elements within individual GLPs were being delivered. Focus organisations included Historic Scotland, Skills Development Scotland, Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, East Dunbartonshire Council and Highland Council. The satisfaction of delivery … Read More

Meriel YoungResearch and monitoring – Bòrd na Gàidhlig (BnG)