This session delved into the transformative journey of young evaluators as they evolve into international evaluation leaders. The session explored the pathways these rising leaders have taken, examining the challenges they faced and the milestones they achieved along the way.

The leaders announced during the session are Ana Erika Lareza (Chair, EvalYouth Global Network), Qudratullah Jahid (Vice-President, APEA), Miche’ Ouedraogo (President, AfrEA) and Khalil Bitar (President, IOCE, Co-chair, EvalPartners)

The young evaluation leaders shared their firsthand accounts of navigating the complexities of the evaluation field, how they developed essential skills, and cultivated a strong professional identity. The leaders shared the strategies they employed to build their expertise, expand their networks, and seize opportunities for growth. This session also illuminated the role of senior professionals and the role of mentorship in nurturing the next generation of evaluation leaders.