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From Theory to impact: Applying Theories of Change for effective health policy, planning and programming [1]
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Date: 2025-06-10
How can we better align policies, implementation, and evaluation to improve health systems? One practical way forward: evidence-informed Theories of Change (ToCs).
To mark the launch of WHO’s new technical guide on developing ToCs, the WHO Evidence-informed Policy Network (EVIPNet) and partners will host a focused panel discussion exploring how this approach can strengthen policy and system performance across diverse health contexts.
The new guide offers a structured and transparent process to ensure ToCs are grounded in the best available evidence—helping to clarify goals, improve coordination, and track progress more effectively. It responds to a growing need for consistency in how ToCs are developed and used in policy-making and programming.
Moderated by Heléne Clark (Founder, ActKnowledge and the Center for Theory of Change), the event will bring together perspectives from WHO, Veredas Institute, Insper, and South Africa’s Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation. Speakers will share practical lessons from applying ToCs at national and global levels—from strategic planning to programme evaluation.
Join the conversation to explore how ToCs can clarify pathways to impact, improve coordination, and strengthen accountability in health policy and programming.
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