Intersecting Identities,Interwoven Practices: A Collaborative Reflection on Evaluation and Identity Disclosure

Abstract

This article delves into identity disclosure and evaluators’ experiences with such in their practices. While recognizing the scarcity of literature on intersectional identities and the disclosure process in evaluation, we explore identity disclosure and its significance in evaluation practice, utilizing the Disclosure Process Model and intersectional theory as frameworks to understand identity disclosure. We then present positionality statements and discuss how these models relate to their experiences and decisions about identity disclosure, reflecting on the implications of such. We conclude by highlighting the need for dialogue on identity intersectionality and enactment in evaluation, acknowledging strategic considerations in identity disclosure and emphasizing the importance of understanding the interplay between identity, power dynamics, and context in evaluation practices.