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Value and impact of the Network
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Î Î Together with the ESF Learning Network ‘Reinforcing policy learning for Roma
inclusion’, EURoma has provided support to Member States during the planning
phase of the 2014-2020 programming period with respect to the incorporation of
Roma inclusion in the Partnership Agreements and Operational Programmes. Both
Networks have been key platforms for reflection and mutual learning among partner
countries on the lessons learnt from the 2007-2013 programming period and on ways
to effectively incorporate Roma inclusion in the 2014-2020 programming period.
Î Î It has identified crucial elements for the effective implementation of Structural Funds
to promote Roma inclusion and suggested, based on knowledge and experience,
approaches and strategies to make a more efficient use of the Funds.
Î Î It has served to monitor progress as regards the use of Structural Funds and areas
where further improvement is needed.
Î Î The Network has become an important actor at European level regarding the promotion
of a more efficient use of Structural Funds for Roma inclusion, as shown by the fact
that it is invited to take part in the main events, fora and decision-making platforms in
these areas. Throughout these eight years, the Network has been present in numerous
European and in some cases national events to share its experience, activities and
products, and participates in the most relevant spaces related to Structural Funds
and Roma inclusion at European level.
Finally, the high number of mentions and acknowledgments of the role of the Network
are another proof of the impact and visibility of the Network (see Annex I).