Yes, this document is fundamentally based on experiential expertise. It was developed by LELAN (a lived experience-led organization) using developmental evaluation methodology that centered lived experience perspectives throughout. The service itself was designed, governed (50% lived experience), staffed, and evaluated by people with mental health lived experience. All findings, insights, and recommendations emerged from direct experiences of consumers, carers, and peer practitioners rather than theoretical frameworks.

Yes, this resource is extensively based on practice wisdom. It emerged from six months of real-world service delivery, capturing insights from frontline peer practitioners, service managers, consumers, and carers through reflective practices, interviews, and ongoing evaluation. The findings synthesize practical learnings about what worked and didn't work in peer service delivery, team dynamics, and service design - all derived from direct practice experience rather than theoretical knowledge.

Yes, this document is thoroughly based on research and evaluation insights. It employed a formal developmental evaluation methodology with systematic data collection including: quantitative analysis of My Better Life Plan outcomes (pre/post measures), consumer/carer surveys, structured interviews, weekly reflective practices, service reviews, and thematic analysis. The evaluation used multiple data sources, established evaluation activities, and rigorous analysis to generate evidence-based findings and recommendations about peer service effectiveness.