Driving Progress: Evaluation in the Global South

The conference offers an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted realm of Evaluation. Particular emphasis is placed on national evaluation policies, the incorporation of Artificial Intelligence, evaluation-informed policymaking, governance, culture of evaluation, evaluation advocacy, youth engagement and capacity development.

Organized by the Program of Social Policy and Evaluation Research (PROSPER) at CPP, this gathering is not merely an academic colloquium; it serves as an impetus for actionable change. Advocacy coalitions participate not as passive observers but as instrumental partners in the promotion of Evaluation, facilitating knowledge transfer and enriching the broader discourse on evaluation. The conference anticipates future directions in academic education, training, and professional development within the evaluation sector. It pays special regard to the Global South, examining the role of transnational organizations in engendering knowledge sharing, collaborative endeavors, and capacity-building initiatives.

This flagship conference aspires to elevate scholarly and practical dialogues on Evaluation in the Global South through a multi-faceted approach:

Fostering South-South Cooperation

In alignment with governmental visions and strategies, the conference serves as a conduit for cross-national learning and collaboration, thereby facilitating the exchange of knowledge and mutual reinforcement among Global South nations.

Capacity Enhancement and Scholarly Exchange

The conference operates as an intellectual nexus where professionals engaged in evaluation, research, practice, and policymaking can disseminate knowledge and best practices, thereby enriching attendees' capabilities to undertake rigorous evaluations and make evidence-informed decisions.

Informing Policy and Practice

Insights gleaned from the conference are intended to contribute to policy formulation and the refinement of development practices. This will bolster the institutionalization of evaluation, thereby fostering more effective and sustainable policy interventions.

Cultivating Networks and Collaborations

The conference provides avenues for networking that allow attendees to forge meaningful connections and collaborations, catalyzing future partnerships, joint research endeavors, and platforms for knowledge dissemination.

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