Committee self-evaluation tool
The committee self-evaluation tool provides a framework and suggested questions for use in evaluating your committee. Not all questions will be appropriate for your committee. Use the questions provided as a basis for your own committee evaluation. The best tool to evaluate your committee will be the one that you construct to meet your own unique needs.
Committee self-evaluation questionnaire
Goals or Purpose of Committee
1. All committee members understand the goals and purpose of our committee.
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2. The committee members agree on the goals and purpose of the committee.
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3. There is alignment between our goals and purpose and the actions taken and/or the decisions made by the committee.
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Support for the Committee
4. Our committee has adequate resources (for example, budget, people) to support its function.
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5. Our committee has the respect and support of key stakeholders within our organization.
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Time and Location of Meetings
6. Our meetings are held regularly and with appropriate frequency.
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7. Our meetings begin and end as scheduled.
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8. The length of our meetings is appropriate and respectful of the agenda.
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9. We receive the meeting agenda and materials in advance of the meeting to allow for appropriate review and preparation.
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10. We consistently use our meeting time well. Issues get the time and attention proportionate to their importance.
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11. The location where our meetings are held is conducive to positive group interaction and discussion.
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12. The location where our meetings are held allows for a variety of educational modalities (for example, audio/visual presentations).
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Attendance
13. Attendance at our meetings is consistent and members arrive on time.
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14. Attendance at our meetings is evaluated as a criterion for continued membership on the committee.
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Recording Minutes
15. The minutes of our meetings are accurate and reflect the discussion, next steps and/or action items articulated by the members.
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Membership
16. Our membership represents the talent and skill set required to fulfill the goals and purpose of the committee.
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17. Our members treat each other with respect and courtesy.
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18. Our members come to meetings prepared and ready to contribute.
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19. As a general rule, when I speak I feel listened to and that my comments are valued.
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General Comments
20. What do I like the most about our meetings?
21. What would I like to see improved at our meetings?
22. What areas should the committee focus on in the future?
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Committee self-evaluation
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