gathering capabilities the EMN could assist researchers in defining relevant research questions and creating timely, policy and practice-relevant research (i.e. by supporting the researchers with data or access to stakeholders through its network, as mentioned by interviewee 23). • This could, for instance, be achieved by commissioning research through a “call for action” whenever policy needs arise that would benefit from deeper analysis. 2. Continue networking and outreach: • The EMN could prioritize outreach work and networking, as these have been highlighted to be key assets of the EMN in enhancing evidence engagement. • Outreach and networking could also increase the network’s visibility among stakeholders. • A ‘good practice’ for outreach, identified through the interviews, is for the NCPs to hold annual meetings to introduce the EMN and its resources to newly arrived policy officers. This includes presentations from experienced members on their use of the network, such as their experiences with Ad-hoc queries (interviewee 21). 23