The increased use of evidence to enhance the effectiveness of development cooperation is a key topic in current discussions. This paper addresses how evidence is provided and utilized in development cooperation, and its future potential in policy-making. It highlights the evolving understanding of evidence, the rise in evaluations, and the role of international networks in improving evidence quality. Despite progress, challenges remain in translating academic evidence into practice, with social media and marketing campaigns emerging as important tools. Evidence is one of several factors influencing policy processes, necessitating a collaborative approach to ensure its relevance and quality.
