Evidence Gap Maps: User Guide
Date issued
October 2025
Subject
Knowledge;
Impact Evaluation;
Learning;
Knowledge for Results;
Loan Operation;
Collaboration;
Development Impact;
Labor Force;
Knowledge Transfer
JEL code
A10 - General Economics: General;
A30 - Collective Works: General;
Y90 - Miscellaneous Categories: Other: Other
Category
Learning Materials
This user guide describes how Evidence Gap Maps (EGMs) can support IDB employees in various phases of the operational and knowledge cycles, with illustrative use cases of scenarios in practice. An EGM is a thematic collection of evidence focused on a specific sector. It provides a structured overview of the available evidence on the effects and impact of different types of interventions, identifying areas where further research is needed.
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