Events

Evaluation specials: PO5, SPF, OSI

Communication rules and OSIs Localism (PO5 CLLD) Small project funds Programme evaluation and indicators

DescriptionFor this period a couple of new programme elements call for particular attention when designing and implementing evaluations. This is why we’ve dedicated this webinar to the specificities in evaluation for:• Policy Objective (PO5)• Operations of Strategic Importance (OSI)• Small Project Funds (SPF)Why we think I is worthwhile discussing it? A couple of initial thoughts on it:• Policy Objective 5: Key operational features are the involvement of local and regional stakeholders encou ...

Start On: 22 September 2023 09:30

Location: Online

Harmonized approach to capture & highlight the added value of Interreg 9:00 - 10:00 CET. Joining forces in evaluation: launching Interreg’s first evaluation pilots

Programme evaluation and indicators

Interact, in collaboration with dedicated Interreg programmes, is excited to announce the launch of the first three evaluation pilots before summer. One of these three topics is ‘Harmonized Approach to Capture & Highlight the Added Value of Interreg’The concept of "added value" within Interreg programmes has varied interpretations. Each programme has defined and interpreted added value differently. Therefore, we aim to unite several Interreg programmes to explore if a common understandin ...

Start On: 28 June 2024 09:00

Location: Online

ISO1 Key points to evaluate governance achievements taking a more holistic perspective (going beyond sector perspectives) 10:30 - 11:30 CET. Joining forces in evaluation: launching Interreg’s first evaluation pilots

Programme evaluation and indicators

Interact, in collaboration with dedicated Interreg programmes, is excited to announce the launch of the first three evaluation pilots before summer. Among these initiatives, one focuses on ISO1, exploring key aspects to evaluate governance achievements from a holistic perspective.ISO1 marks a significant development within Interreg, boasting widespread popularity with approximately 90% of Interreg programmes selecting it. Recognized for its flexibility as a policy tool, ISO1 presents novel o ...

Start On: 28 June 2024 10:30

Location: Online

TN programmes on territories of MRS: How are the programmes adding value to the MRS and vice versa? 12:00 - 13:00 CET. Joining forces in evaluation: launching Interreg’s first evaluation pilots

Programme evaluation and indicators

Interact, in collaboration with dedicated Interreg programmes, is excited to announce the launch of the first three evaluation pilots before summer. Among these initiatives, one focuses on TN programmes and their relationship with MRS.TN programmes operating within the territories of MRS play a crucial role in shaping regional development strategies and fostering collaboration across borders. This evaluation pilot seeks to delve deeper into understanding how these programmes contribute ...

Start On: 28 June 2024 12:00

Location: Online

Indicators in action

Programme evaluation and indicators

Background information The adoption of common indicators for Interreg has been successful. After the initial years of implementation, it's crucial to review practical experiences with these indicators. At the Interreg Knowledge Fair (IKF), we had a preliminary exchange and identified the need for deeper discussion to ensure a shared and supportive approach. During the May 15 online meeting, we agreed on the process and methodology for our informal working group to refine our approach to ...

Start On: 24 June 2024 09:30

Location: Online

Indicators in action/2

Programme evaluation and indicators

In this meeting, we will continue discussing commonly used Interreg indicators that have generated debate in previous discussions (IKF session in Riga March 5 and the online events on May 15, June 24). We will focus on programmes' feedback, provided in the Excel file, regarding the following indicators: Common Output Indicators RCO116: Jointly developed solutions RCO87: Organizations cooperating across borders Common Result Indicators ...

Start On: 04 October 2024 09:30

Location: Online

POSTPONED - Join forces in evaluation: Harmonizing the approach to highlight the added value of Interreg

Programme evaluation and indicators

Background:We are excited to host the second meeting of Interreg programme representatives, who are collaborating to explore and highlight the added value of Interreg initiatives. In our initial meeting, participants shared their goals and expectations for this pilot project. Together, we agreed on a step-by-step approach, beginning with the exchange of diverse practices and leading to the joint formulation of evaluation questions.Meeting aim:The primary goal of this meeting is to share and ...

Start On: 14 October 2024 13:00

Location: Online

Indicators in action/3

Programme evaluation and indicators

The overarching aim of our discussion process on indicators is to develop a shared understanding on the current set of common indicators with a view to post 2027. We want to highlight key points that should be taken into consideration when developing the future set of common indicators. We would like to discuss these key points with the colleagues from Commission, wrap them up in a Report and present the key findings in the so-called “Harvesting event” on November 25-26 in Brussels to a wide ...

Start On: 22 October 2024 13:00

Location: Vienna, Austria

POSTPONED - Join forces in evaluation: Evaluating ISO1 governance achievements with a holistic perspective

Programme evaluation and indicators

Background:We are pleased to announce the second meeting of Interreg programme representatives, coming together to discuss the integration of ISO1 standards within Interreg. In our inaugural meeting, participants shared their goals and expectations for this pilot project. We agreed to focus on mutual learning, beginning with the exchange of different practices for incorporating ISO1 standards into our programmes.Meeting aim:The primary goal of this meeting is to exchange practices and gain a ...

Start On: 16 October 2024 09:30

Location: Online

POSTPONED - Join forces in evaluation: How are the programmes adding value to the MRS and vice versa?

Programme evaluation and indicators

15 October, from 9.30 to 12.00 CET (date still tbc, please save the date, registration will open mid September)Background:We are pleased to organise the second meeting and bring together Interreg programme representatives and Macro Regional Strategies support units, to explore how our programmes add value to Macro-Regional Strategies (MRS) and vice versa. In our initial gathering, participants shared their goals and expectations for this pilot exercise. We agreed to focus on exchanging ...

Start On: 15 October 2024 09:30

Location: Online

Join forces in evaluation: Harmonizing the approach to highlight the added value of Interreg

Programme evaluation and indicators

Background:We are organising the second meeting of Interreg programme representatives, who are collaborating to explore and highlight the added value of Interreg initiatives. In the first meeting, participants shared their goals and expectations for this pilot project. We agreed on a step-by-step approach, beginning with the exchange of diverse practices and leading to the joint formulation of evaluation questions.Meeting aim:The primary goal of this meeting is to share and understand differ ...

Start On: 06 November 2024 10:00

Location: Online

Join forces in evaluation: Evaluating ISO1 governance achievements with a holistic perspective

Programme evaluation and indicators

Background:We announce the second meeting of Interreg programme representatives, coming together to discuss the integration of ISO1 standards within Interreg. In our inaugural meeting, participants shared their goals and expectations for this pilot project. We agreed to focus on mutual learning, beginning with the exchange of different practices for incorporating ISO1 standards into our programmes.Meeting aim:The primary goal of this meeting is to exchange practices and gain a comprehensive ...

Start On: 07 November 2024 10:00

Location: Online

Join forces in evaluation: How are the programmes adding value to the MRS/SBS?

Programme evaluation and indicators

Background:We are organising the second meeting and bringing together Interreg programme representatives and Macro Regional Strategies support units, to explore how our programmes add value to Macro-Regional Strategies (MRS) and vice versa. In our initial meeting, participants shared their goals and expectations for this pilot exercise. We agreed to focus on exchanging diverse practices related to MRS integration within Interreg programmes.Meeting aim:This meeting aims to present concrete ex ...

Start On: 08 November 2024 10:00

Location: To be defined

News

A new certified training, Evaluation Foundation, is open for registration!

Programme evaluation and indicators Interact Academy

The course runs from 12 January until 29 February 2024 and is aimed at all Interreg programme officers who are actively involved in the field of evaluation, or are interested in the field of evaluation.There are two fixed moments, the 12 January kick off meeting and conclusion 29 February 2024. Both meetings are online, and scheduled to run from 9.30am until 12.30am CET.Other moments within the training are self-paced, with a particular intensive period in the middle of February for the asse ...

04 December 23 3 min read

Do you want to contribute to the discussion and development of the common indicators for post 2027?

Programme evaluation and indicators

You are passionate about indicators or you have a lot of experience in working with indicators or you want to contribute to improve the indicator system?  Then join us in the informal working group on indicators!Interested Interreg programmes representatives are invited to express their intent to join this informal working group by the end of March. (per e-mail: evaluation[at]interact.eu). The informal working group should consist of about 20 different Interreg programmes. The proc ...

18 March 24 3 minutes read

Joining forces in evaluation

Programme evaluation and indicators

This is an open invitation to join forces in developing evaluation approaches for important topics. This comprehensive reflection process is to support the launch of impact evaluations and facilitate the exchange on evaluation perspectives and methods. The ultimate outcome of this exercise is to contribute to shaping the future.MethodologyThis pilot exercise is meant as a bottom-up approach in which participating Interreg programmes collaboratively decide on topics for exchanges & reflec ...

18 March 24 3 minutes read

Evaluation Foundations Certified Training now open for registration!

Programme evaluation and indicators Interact Academy

This is the second edition of the Evaluation Foundations Certified Training. Within the Foundations Evaluation Training Programme, participants will be acquainted with the legal requirements for evaluation. They will also get an overview of the complete evaluation life cycle. This goes deeply into fundamental evaluation concepts, including intervention logic, theory of change and evaluation criteria. It covers a spectrum of topics, ranging from the appreciation of the role of evaluation to t ...

27 March 24 1 min read

Joining forces in evaluation: launching Interreg’s first evaluation pilots

Programme evaluation and indicators

We are excited to announce that Interact, in collaboration with dedicated Interreg programmes, is launching the first three evaluation pilots before summer. Initial Pilot Topics. Harmonized approach to capture & highlight the added value of Interreg. For more information and to register for this pilot, please click here.  ISO1 Key points to evaluate governance achievements taking a more holistic perspective (going beyond sector perspectives). For more information and to re ...

23 May 24 2 minutes read read

Join forces in evaluation: exciting opportunities with our evaluation pilots

Programme evaluation and indicators

We are thrilled to announce that Interact, in collaboration with dedicated Interreg programmes, has launched the first three evaluation pilots and started with first discussions. However, there is still a chance for you to join this pilot initiative.Background informationThis initiative is designed to support impactful evaluations and promote the exchange of perspectives and methodologies. Adopting a bottom-up approach, these pilot exercises empower participating Interreg programmes to colla ...

11 July 24 3 minutes read read

Interact Academy Course Plan | Autumn 2024

Programme communication capacity Programme evaluation and indicators Management verifications Interact Academy Selection and assessment

The Interact Academy has published the indicative course plan for Autumn 2024.A total of 11 certified training courses will be available at multiple levels. From beginners courses, to more advanced courses aimed at practitioners (where some experience, and familiarity with the terminology are required), the Academy has a big offer for the autumn.Courses with an in-person element are denoted with an *. You can also download a handy overview here.In September, the following certified trainings ...

16 July 24 3 mins read

Deadline extended to Friday 20 to complete our surveys on the future of Interreg!

Interreg wide consultation Programme evaluation and indicators Greener Europe Territoriality and SBS

Interact has launched four surveys on the future of Interreg. The surveys are open until 20 September. If you have not done so yet, please fill out the surveys to provide us with your input!The survey results will complement other inputs collected by Interact, supporting key discussions for the future of Interreg, which will be discussed at the Harvesting event on 25 and 26 November. Interact will analyse and interpret the results, and present the key findings on 5 November, in the lead ...

03 September 24 4 mins read

Call for tenders for Operational Evaluation of Interact Programme IV

Programme evaluation and indicators Public procurement Jobs and tenders

Interact is looking for a contractor to carry out the Operational Evaluation of Interact Programme IV to assess if the programme is being implemented and managed effectively and efficiently to achieve the programme´s objectives.Interested companies are encouraged to read the call's documents. More information, including information on how to apply, is available here.The deadline to receive offers is 09 December 2024 at 10:00 (CET) at the latest.

15 November 24 2 mins read

Library

Briefing note on the Evaluation plan

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 26 January 22

Q&A | Evaluation plan

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 26 January 22

Evaluation specials PO5, SPF, OSI

Tags: Localism (PO5 CLLD), Small project funds, Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 22 September 23

IKF session 24 May | Evaluation plan update and indicators

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators, Interreg Knowledge Fair

Date Published: 24 May 23

IKF session 24 May | Evaluation, Capitalization, Communication

Tags: Programme communication capacity, Communication rules and OSIs, Y Communication tools, Capitalisation, Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 24 May 23

Interreg Knowledge Fair 2024 Day 1 | Post 2027: Common indicators, provisions effecting evaluation

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators, Interreg Knowledge Fair

Date Published: 13 March 24

Interreg Knowledge Fair 2024 Day 1 | Kicking-off Evaluation activity: Highlighting added value and impact of Interreg

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators, Interreg Knowledge Fair

Date Published: 13 March 24

Interreg Knowledge Fair 2024 Day 3 | Lean reporting, monitoring & change management: Steps to simplify project implementation

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators, Interreg Knowledge Fair

Date Published: 13 March 24

State of Interreg Report 2023

Tags: keepEU, Calls for proposals, Programme evaluation and indicators, Selection and assessment

Date Published: 15 March 24

Indicators in action

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 25 June 24

Joining forces in evaluation

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators, Presentation

Date Published: 02 July 24

Indicators in action/2

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 08 October 24

Indicators in action/3

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 24 October 24

Join forces in evaluation: Evaluating ISO1 governance achievements with a holistic perspective

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 07 November 24

Join forces in evaluation: Evaluating ISO1 governance achievements with a holistic perspective

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 30 July 24

Join forces in evaluation: Harmonizing the approach to highlight the added value of Interreg

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 11 November 24

Joining forces in evaluation: How are the programmes adding value to the MRS / SBS?

Tags: Programme evaluation and indicators

Date Published: 11 November 24

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