FAMENET Working Paper on CLLD Evaluation

This working paper serves as a resource for those involved in Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) within the European Maritime, Fisheries, and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF), supporting them in building capacity for rigorous and participatory evaluations. The tools and recommendations provided can be adapted across regions, enabling effective impact measurement and helping demonstrate the added value of CLLD in fisheries and coastal areas across the EU. It serves as a practical framework for fisheries Local Action Groups (LAGs), Managing Authorities (MAs), and Intermediate Bodies (IBs) to evaluate CLLD under the EMFAF. Building on past experience from previous programme cycles, the document offers a structured approach to assessing CLLD impact, including tools, methodologies, and templates designed to streamline evaluation processes, enhance stakeholder engagement, and ensure effective local development.