Strengthening of the European Science for Policy Ecosystem

• A more robust and interconnected European S4P ecosystem that better supports evidence-informed policymaking across sectors and governance levels.
• Increased connectivity among S4P actors and networks, enhancing interactions, mutual learning, collaboration, capacity building and promotion of S4P practices, while strengthening pan-European and international ecosystems.
• Mainstreaming of S4P approaches in national R&I policy institutions at all governance levels through coordinated efforts and mutual learning.
• Further development and widespread adoption of the Science for Policy concept among stakeholders, via identification of best practices, guides and frameworks at different governance levels and thematic sectors.

• Integrate the best available scientific evidence, knowledge and expertise into policymaking across EU, national and subnational levels.
• Further develop the concept of Science for Policy and improve cross-cutting integration of evidence in public policies.
• Advance and strengthen the European S4P ecosystem across sectors and governance levels.
• Promote collaboration among networks and stakeholders; identify and exchange best practices and foster mutual learning.
• Implement the five core activities described under Call Activities Description.
• Adopt a multi-actor approach with disciplinary and geographical diversity and gender-sensitive methods.
• Demonstrate prior experience in S4P and in organising and facilitating participatory multi-actor processes and events.
• Capitalise on existing Commission S4P initiatives (e.g., Mutual Learning Exercise “Bridging the Gap…”, JRC work on competencies, capacity building) and other relevant frameworks (Guiding Principles for Knowledge Valorisation).
• Ensure complementarity with JRC support and public administration reforms under the Technical Support Instrument.
• Project duration must not exceed 3 years.