The purpose of this End-of-Program Evaluation was to independently assess the implementation as well as the impact and influence of Humanitarian Horizons 2021–24 research program. Guided by the key evaluation questions outlined in the Humanitarian Horizons 2021–24: Monitoring and Evaluation Framework (MEF), this evaluation examined the extent to which the program succeeded in achieving its intended overarching outcomes, as well as individual stream outcomes. Undertaken from June to August 2024, its geographical scope was primarily Asia and the Pacific; a global scan was included when relevant and feasible.
This evaluation assessed Humanitarian Horizons’ impact across four key areas: Effectiveness, Relevance, Efficiency, and Sustainability. It sought to identify the outcomes for research partners and humanitarian actors, measure contributions to policy and practice change, and assess the program’s alignment with Australian Government priorities, including localisation, climate resilience, gender equality and social inclusion.
