Harmonised approach to capture & highlight the added value of Interreg: impact pathways

Programme evaluation and indicators

The aim of the " Harmonised approach to capture & highlight the added value of Interreg: impact pathways" meeting is to collaboratively develop a structured approach for developing and integrating impact pathways into programme evaluations. Over one and a half days, participants will work together to reach a common understanding on key concepts, particularly agreeing on a shared definition of the key element "identity". The event will introduce background materials and propose a common framework for designing impact pathways that align with evaluation needs. This background material will be shared with the participants at the beginning of June.

 

Participants will engage in group exercises to begin drafting impact pathways for different thematic areas, mapping the logical connection between activities, outputs, outcomes, and long-term impacts. The meeting will also provide space to reflect on the formulation of strong evaluation questions that can guide future assessments.

Interactive presentations, group discussions, and collaborative exercises will allow participants to shape impact pathways that programmes can apply directly in their evaluations. By the end of the meeting, participants will have contributed to first drafts of impact pathway(s) and a shared understanding of how these can support more strategic and meaningful evaluations. The event is designed to be highly participatory, building a common ground while leaving flexibility to adapt and refine the work based on group input.

Throughout the event, Thomas Delahais from Quadrant and the Evaluation Helpdesk will actively support and contribute the discussions and activities.