Beginner level · Module 4: Team Coordination and Reporting · Lesson 3 of 3
Donor Progress Reports
Report progress honestly and clearly.
In this lesson you will
- Write a progress report
- Use stories and photos ethically
Key concepts
progress against planindicatorschallengesethical stories
The lesson
A progress report compares activities and indicators with the plan, explains variances and challenges and describes next steps.
Be honest about delays and problems, with what you are doing about them.
Use photos and stories with consent and dignity.
Step by step
- Summarise progress against plan.
- Report indicators.
- Explain challenges.
- Add a consented story.
Practice activity
Write a one-page progress report.
Expected result: An honest, clear report.
Check your understanding
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What should a progress report compare?
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Activities and indicators with the plan.
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What is required before using a beneficiary's photo?
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Their consent.
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