About the Interreg Europe Peer Reviews
How does a peer review work?
Peers from a selected number of regions are invited to your region – the host region – to examine the specific territorial and thematic context and make recommendations based on their experience and expertise. In general, this onsite visit lasts two days and consists of analysing the regional situation among peers, discussing approaches, solutions and recommendations, drafting a 'to-do list' for follow-up action and receiving immediate feedback.
Being driven by the spirit of interregional learning, the peer reviews require an overall readiness to share, reflect and improve among all parties involved. Preparation is required on all sides to ensure the selected peers are well matched to the needs of the host region. In addition, you can be a host receiving advice on one occasion and provide your expertise as a peer the next time around. This is a true win-win exchange!
Technically speaking, peer reviews should involve peers from at least two countries, other than the country of the host. The Platform experts will identify suitable peers as well as facilitate the thematic exchanges during the onsite visit. The platform can cover the travel and accommodation costs for up to six peers per peer review. The host region should arrange and pay for the organisational aspects of the visit (venue, local visits). Catering and translation costs can be covered, if needed.
How do I apply to host a peer review?
On 9 October the new call for peer review is launched and is now open permanently. Applicants can submit their application at any time here. To ensure timely consideration and evaluation of submitted applications, a series of cut off dates are foreseen. The first cut off date is 22 November 2019.
You can consult the terms of reference here. This document will give you information about the application process as well as a practical guidance for the different steps of the peer review.
How are peers identified?
Based on the request of the host region, the Platform experts will contact regions across Europe with the relevant thematic expertise to identify and invite relevant peers, including partner organisations from Interreg Europe projects. It is envisaged that a targeted call of interest will be held to identify the most relevant peers for the submitted requests.
Success stories of previous peer reviews
Are you eager to discover examples of previously performed peer reviews? Take a look at previous peer reviews that took place in Berlin (Germany), Sofia (Bulgaria), Eupen (Belgium), Gävleborg (Sweden) and Lille (France).
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