Create a programme theory of change
Draft a theory of change linking activities to outcomes and impact.
Fill in the details
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Prompt template
Draft a theory of change for the programme below, with: inputs, activities, outputs, short-term outcomes, medium-term outcomes, long-term impact, and named assumptions. Flag any assumption that has not been evidenced. Do not fabricate research. Programme: {{programme}} Participants: {{participants}} Impact: {{impact}}
Replace each highlighted placeholder with real context. Keep names and safeguarding details out.
Human review checklist
Tick each before you send or publish the output.
When to use this prompt
Reach for this prompt when you need to draft a theory of change linking activities to outcomes and impact. It's designed for Programme lead. Typically used within Programme design work.
Draft with AI, then have a colleague verify facts and tone before use.
How to use it
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Gather your inputs
You'll need: Programme concept, Intended participants, Desired long-term impact.Nice to have: Assumptions, Constraints. - 2
Fill in the highlighted placeholders
Copy the template above and replace every highlighted placeholder with real, local context. - 3
Run it in your AI tool
Paste into your preferred AI assistant. Ask a follow-up if the output misses your association's tone. - 4
Work through the checklist
Tick every item before you send, publish or act on the output.
Why this prompt works
A named-assumptions section keeps the AI honest about what is guessed vs known.
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