This past May we anonymously surveyed 24 DCN curators (19 responded before the deadline) to learn about their satisfaction and level of engagement with the Network.

Over the summer, we analyzed the results, addressed feedback where we could, and incorporated it into our planning for the final year of our implementation grant phase (ending June 2021).

All of this, and more, is covered in a new report by DCN Coordinator Liza Coburn. We hope you’ll find it interesting!

Thanks to survey respondents for their invaluable feedback!

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