AUDITED EVALUATIONS FOR MEMBERS WHO JOINED THE McGUIRE PROGRAMME IN 2023
113
Number of new members in 2023
OVERALL SUCCESS RATE INCLUDING NON-RESPONDENTS
Note: this figure rates all non-respondents as "unsuccessful,". The McGuire Programme treats this as our true overall success rate.
SUCCESS RATE OF MEMBERS WHO WERE ACTIVE FOR AT LEAST 6 MONTHS AFTER THEIR 1ST COURSE
Our new members who took advantage of the McGuire Programme's INCLUDED Lifetime Support Membership for at least 6 months.
PERCENTAGE OF NEW MEMBERS INDICATING AN IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE
New members who attributed an increased Quality of Life to the McGuire Programme and their improved speaking abilities.
OVERALL SUCCESS RATE EXCLUDING NON-RESPONDENTS
Many other programs do not include non-respondents in their success rate calculations. If we used this method the above percentage of new McGuire Programme members would have been rated successful.
Always Evaluating Ourselves
Formal Report: 2023 McGuire Programme Evaluation Audit Results
Introduction
The McGuire Programme's annual evaluation audits provide insights into the effectiveness of the programme and help track long-term success trends. The 2023 evaluation shows consistent success rates, with strong improvements in both speech control and quality of life for members worldwide.
Overall 2023 Success Rates
- Total members evaluated (excluding non-contactables): 113
- Overall success rate (excluding non-contactables): 73%
- Success rate for members active for at least 6 months: 88%
- Quality of Life (QOL) improvement rate: 73%
Regional Success Rates
| Region | Success Rate Including Non-Contactables | Success Rate Excluding Non-Contactables | QOL Improvement (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia/New Zealand | 62% | 80% | 92% |
| Germany | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| India | 67% | 67% | 100% |
| Ireland | 75% | 92% | 75% |
| Middle East & N. Africa | 63% | 83% | 88% |
| Scandinavia | 79% | 79% | 93% |
| UK | 73% | 74% | 89% |
| USA/Canada | 63% | 83% | 75% |
Comparative Success Rates (2019-2023)
| Year | Overall Success Rate |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 73% |
| 2022 | 80% |
| 2021 | 80% |
| 2020 | 79% |
| 2019 | 72% |
These numbers reflect the programme’s consistent effectiveness, showing stable success rates over the past five years.
Key Observations & Trends
- Germany achieved a perfect 100% success rate.
- Members who stay active for at least six months have a 88% success rate, proving long-term engagement leads to success.
- Quality of Life improvements remain high, with nearly three-quarters of members reporting a positive change.
Conclusion
The 2023 McGuire Programme Evaluation Audit confirms that speech confidence and fluency are achievable through structured training and ongoing support. The strong regional performances, consistent success rates, and positive life impact reaffirm the McGuire Programme’s role as a global leader in stuttering intervention.
📢 Looking Ahead to 2024
With another strong year of success, the McGuire Programme continues to empower people who stutter. If you’re considering joining, there’s never been a better time to start your journey!
Evaluation Auditors for 2023 Include:
Auditors Name: Joe O’Donnell Auditors McGuire Region: Ireland
Regions Audited: UK
Auditors Name: Mary Moorehead Auditors McGuire Region: Northern Ireland
Regions Audited: Scandinavia, Europe (Germany)
Auditors Name: Denise Admiraal Auditors McGuire Region: The Netherlands
Regions Audited: USA/Canada, Mena, and India
Auditors Name: Soha Kotb Auditors McGuire Region: Egypt
Regions Audited: Australia and Ireland