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Evidence-Based Policymaking: A Guide for Effective Government

This 2014 report outlines the first comprehensive framework that policymakers can follow to build a system of evidence-based governing. By leveraging the power of this approach, governments can reduce wasteful spending, expand innovative programs, and strengthen accountability. The report presents five key components to implementing evidence-based policymaking: Program assessment, budget development, implementation oversight, outcome monitoring, targeted evaluation

Published by: The Pew-MacArthur Results First Initiative

Evidence-Based Policymaking: A Guide for Effective Government(PDF)