This page has been developed by M. Peyre, CIRAD-AGIRs
Evaluation is a systematic determination of a subject's merit, worth and significance, using criteria governed by a set of standards.
It can assist an organization, program, project or any other intervention or initiative to assess any aim, realisable concept/proposal, or any alternative, to help in decision-making; or to ascertain the degree of achievement or value in regard to the aim and objectives and results of any such action that has been completed.
The primary purpose of evaluation, in addition to gaining insight into prior or existing initiatives, is to enable reflection and assist in the identification of future change.
The evaluation process is closely linked to the decision making process and the need to advocate for changes.