UNESCO Evaluation Policy 2022 - 2029
"Evaluations are an integral part of the program planning cycle. At UNESCO, e valuation serves for three main purposes: Learning, Accountability and Decision-Making ( UNESCO Evaluation Policy 2022 - 2029 )." Th is document sets out how UNESCO measures and learns from its own work. At its core , the policy treats evaluation as much more than a technical exercise: it is a way to stay accountable, keep learning, and make better decisions based on evidence. Moreover, i t places strong emphasis on values such as independence, impartiality, transparency, inclusion, gender equality, human rights , and environmental sustainability. This policy not only mirrors international best practic e but also follows the United Nations Evaluation Group (UNEG) standard s, ensuring UNESCO’s approach is consistent with the wider UN family. It links evaluation directly t...