The Most Dangerous Word in Monitoring Economic Development: Attribution | Inclusive Plug Episode 52

July 23, 2026

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The Most Dangerous Word in Monitoring Economic Development: Attribution | Inclusive Plug Episode 52

Who really deserves the credit when development programs create change?

In this episode of Inclusive Plug, host Sabin Selimi explores attribution in monitoring, evaluation, and learning.

Joining the conversation are:

• Muamer Niksic – Monitoring and Results Measurement Manager, RECONOMY (funded by Sweden and implemented by Helvetas)
• Nadire Selimi – Regional Knowledge Management, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Manager, Helvetas Eastern Europe
• Harald Bekkers – Founder, Opportunities Unlimited, and Deputy Coordinator, Donor Committee for Enterprise Development (DCED)

Together, they explore:

✔️ Why attribution matters
✔️ The difference between attribution and contribution
✔️ Why change in complex systems rarely has a single cause
✔️ How qualitative and quantitative evidence work together to strengthen impact claims
✔️ How organizations can move beyond reporting to continuous learning and adaptive management
✔️ What donors, project managers, and MEL professionals should rethink about measuring impact

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