Observable, measurable evidence of change by which the effects of a program can be assessed. They answer the question, “How will you know a stated outcome has been achieved?” Indicators indicate the degree to which the outcomes stated have been attained. Distinctions are made between process indicators, which point to what happens during a program, and outcome/impact indicators, or the change that results during or after a program has been launched.
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