
Evidence-Based Policymaking at RAND Europe
RAND Europe is a not-for-profit research organization that conducts independent research to provide evidence for policymakers. They bridge the gap between academia and consulting, focusing on various areas such as innovation, social policy, defense, health, and more. Their work includes coordinating the European Platform for Investing in Children (EPIC) and providing evidence-based practices for child and family policies. Evidence-based policymaking is crucial for making informed decisions that lead to improved outcomes and performance. Relevant information from EPIC includes strengthening early childhood education, understanding housing conditions for children in the EU, embedding children's rights in policy, and implementing evidence-based practices effectively.
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About RAND Europe We are a not-for-profit research organisation We undertake independent research to provide policy and decisions makers with the best possible evidence We place ourselves between academia and consulting We coordinate the European Platform for Investing in Children (EPIC) INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY SOCIAL POLICY DEFENCE & SECURITY HEALTH & HEALTHCARE COMMUNITIES, SAFETY JUSTICE INFRASTRUCTURE
European Platform for Investing in Children (EPIC) Sponsored by European Commission, DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion Monitors activities following the 2013 Recommendation for Investing in Children Evidence-based online platform that disseminates practices that work in terms of child and family policies in the European Union Member States Target audience: policy-makers and practitioners at national and EU level
Why is evidence-based policymaking important? Making decisions that are based on the best available information. Evidence allows decision makers and stakeholders to make better judgements, which often lead to improved performance and outcomes. Evidence plays a role in both designing and implementing interventions and programmes
Relevant information from EPIC Strengthening the quality of early childhood education and care through inclusion (2020) Understanding the housing conditions experienced by children in the EU (2020) Embedding a children's rights perspective in policy and decision- making (2019) Implementing evidence-based practices effectively a practical guide (2018)
To visit the website: http://europa.eu/epic To get in touch: epic@randeurope.org or npicken@randeurope.org