• Create a culture of evidence-based practice. This means making it clear that EBP is valued and supported within the organization. This can be done by providing training on EBP, creating resources and tools that support EBP, and rewarding staff who use EBP.
• Identify key stakeholders. These are the people who will be most affected by the dissemination of EBP. They may include staff, clients, administrators, or community members. It is important to identify these stakeholders early on and to involve them in the dissemination process.
• Use a variety of communication methods. This will help to reach a wider audience and to ensure that the message is clear. Some communication methods that can be used include:
  • In-person training
  • Online training
  • Written materials
  • Webinars
  • Lunch and learns
• Tailor the message to the audience. This means using language that the audience will understand and that is relevant to their needs. It is also important to be respectful of the audience’s culture and values.
• Measure the impact of the dissemination. This will help to determine whether the dissemination is effective and to make necessary adjustments. Some ways to measure the impact include:
  • Surveys
  • Focus groups
  • Case studies

The Resources provide a number of additional strategies for disseminating EBP. These include:

• Use social media. Social media can be a great way to reach a large audience and to share information about EBP.
• Partner with other organizations. This can help to expand the reach of the dissemination efforts.
• Fund research on EBP. This will help to generate new evidence that can be used to support EBP.
• Create a clearinghouse for EBP information. This will make it easier for people to find information about EBP.

By following these strategies, organizations, communities, and industries can help to ensure that EBP is disseminated effectively and widely.

In addition to the strategies listed above, here are some other considerations for disseminating EBP:

• Be patient. It takes time to change people’s behavior, so it is important to be patient with the dissemination process.
• Be persistent. Don’t give up if you don’t see results immediately. Keep working to disseminate EBP and to make it a part of the culture of your organization, community, or industry.
• Be flexible. Be willing to adapt the dissemination plan as needed. What works for one organization may not work for another.

By following these considerations, organizations, communities, and industries can increase their chances of successfully disseminating EBP.