The effectiveness of family policies and programmes depends on their regular assessment. That is where qualitative and quantitative research on family structures, needs, challenges and changing intergenerational relations are needed. Such research needs to focus on emerging trends and evaluate the impact of implemented policy measures on families. In that context, family impact assessment studies, which seek to assess the impact of particular socioeconomic policies on families, are important. They have the potential to ensure that new policies effectively respond to the numerous challenges faced by families in a changing world.
IFFD Paper 80. Towards an improved family stability
