This document discusses how critical race theory (CRT) can provide a framework for more ethical and valid evaluations with diverse populations. It outlines five key tenets of CRT methodology, including placing race at the center of research and challenging notions of neutrality. CRT holds that race and racism are deeply embedded in American life and influence all aspects of the evaluation process. The document advocates applying CRT lenses to better address power imbalances and community benefit, ensuring representation of marginalized groups' experiences and knowledge, and conducting research that promotes social justice and ongoing collaboration with communities.