Enhancing policy impact: Bridging evidence to action

Abstract The aim of the THCS partnership, regarding bridging evidence to policy, is to develop evidence-based cooperation strategies that enable policymakers in partner countries to base their decisions on validated and reliable knowledge. This approach aims to drive meaningful transformation in our health and care systems collectively. Facilitating knowledge exchange and mutual learning among policymakers is key to achieving this goal. THCS seeks to foster the sharing of experiences, best practices, and lessons learned, and ultimately design tailored tools to ensure policymakers are aware of existing resources and opportunities for effective policy development. During the workshop, the presentation, discussions, and activities will focus on two main issues: identifying who should be considered a policymaker and determining the necessary tools to develop evidence-based strategies. Participants are encouraged to explore how evidence-based strategies can be translated into policy actions and integrated into practice at various levels of the health system, from local to national and European levels.