Evidence-based policy-making and social impact assessment are important approaches throughout the European political arena. They help decision-makers working in politics and public administration design more effective and efficient measures. Moreover, they have become a growing field of activity for scientists.

For the first time ever in Austria, the SOQUA Summer School took up these topics comprehensively, offering participants a unique opportunity to delve into the theoretical background and basic application of evidence-based policy-making and social impact assessment, as well as the issues surrounding them. International experts reported about the current debates and provided insight into the latest trends and applications.

More information at www.soqua.net/summerschool.