How can evaluation demonstrate for whom, when, and why interventions work, moving beyond simply proving impact?
To address the complexity of real-world policy challenges, CSIL organises a three-day workshop that brings together policy professionals, researchers, and evaluators to explore how Counterfactual Impact Evaluation (CIE) can contribute to more nuanced, actionable, and context-sensitive evidence to support better policymaking.
Applying the CIE effectively requires more than technical know-how — it demands critical thinking, awareness of context, and practical judgement. The workshop offers a unique opportunity to:
The event blends methodological sessions, hands-on group activities, and a policy roundtable with leading experts from European and national institutions.
The workshop is designed for policymakers, evaluation practitioners, researchers, and doctoral students.
No advanced econometric background is required to join it. Sessions are designed to be accessible and practice-oriented. All participants are recommended to bring a laptop.
Capacity is limited to 30 participants. First-come, first-served admission applies upon payment confirmation.
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We are honoured to open the workshop with an introduction by Prof. Franco Peracchi, CSIL Advisor, Professor Emeritus at Tor Vergata University, and Fellow of the Einaudi Institute for Economics and Finance (EIEF).
Prof. Peracchi’s research focuses on the methodologies used to measure the impact of public interventions.
Registration are open until 15 March 2026.
The indicated fees are net of VAT (22%). VAT liability will be checked during payment. Generally, VAT is not due if the payer (the invoice addressee, as specified in the application form) is VAT-exempt (e.g. European Commission) or holds a VAT number (reversal charge may apply).
The fee includes: workshop materials, lunches, coffee breaks, and a certificate of attendance.
Not included: travel and accommodation (at participants’ expense). Early booking is recommended.
After submitting the online application, applicants will receive a payment form. Payments can be made by international bank transfer, credit card, or PayPal.
Admission is confirmed by email once the CSIL Administrative Department receives the payment.
CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
Up to 45 days before the start date: 100% refund
Up to 20 days before the start date: 80% refund
Until the day before the start date: 20% refund
No-shows / not cancelled: no refund
Cancellations must be in writing. Qualified substitutions are accepted at no charge.
PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION
Data are processed in accordance with CSIL’s Privacy Policy and used solely for workshop administration (registration, payment, programme updates, distribution of training materials, logistics). Group photos may be taken during sessions.
CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE
A certificate will be issued only to participants who attend all sessions for which they have applied.
PLACES AVAILABLE
Capacity is limited to 30 participants. First-come, first-served admission applies upon payment confirmation.
LOCATION
The workshop will be held in the centre of Milan, at the NH Milano Machiavelli Hotel. The address is Via Lazzaretto 5 (nearest metro stop: “Porta Venezia”/“Repubblica”)
LANGUAGE
All workshop materials are in English.
MEALS
Lunches are included in the fee and will be served at the workshop location.
Applicants are kindly invited to indicate any dietary preference (e.g. vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.) while submitting the application form.
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
Travel and accommodation costs are at the participants’ expense.
We will share recommendations for suitable accommodations near the workshop location. We also suggest searching for apartments/B&B online:
Feel free to contact the organisation should you need any help.
For questions regarding the programme and organisation, please contact Jessica Catalano and Claudia Santoro.