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Netspar (Network for Studies on Pensions, Aging and Retirement) is an independent knowledge network that has been dedicated to promoting a better understanding of the economic and social implications of pensions, ageing, and 'the old age' in the Netherlands since 2005. Netspar achieves this through independent scientific knowledge development and through knowledge sharing via publications, events, webinars, and education.
Every four years, Netspar drafts a work programme outlining the research agenda, mission, strategy, and detailed implementation of elements such as knowledge development, knowledge sharing, and strengthening of the Netspar network. The 2019-2023 work programme is financially supported by a consortium of three government departments: the Ministries of Social Affairs and Employment, Finance, and the Interior and Kingdom Relations. As part of the funding agreement, it was agreed that an evaluation would take place in 2021 focusing on both ongoing collaboration (interim evaluation) as well as activities carried out between April 2015 and 2019 (final evaluation).
The evaluation committee notes that Netspar has a solid foundation in place. It is a well-managed organisation. The evaluation used various criteria, evaluating the scientific and societal significance of Netspar, its role at national and international levels, and the extent of knowledge transfer focused on users.
Dialogic supported the committee in preparing the evaluation.
