Abstract
This performance evaluation assesses selected thematic areas of the Greater Internet Freedom (GIF) project, a global activity designed to enhance digital security for civil society and media and increase citizen engagement in governing the Internet. The evaluation uses a mixed-methods approach including desk review, key informant interviews (KIIs), and a web-survey with implementing partners to provide evidence on GIF?s performance in areas of: (1) network development; (2) localization; (3) advocacy with governments and multilateral institutions; and (4) advocacy with the private sector. Based on emerging findings, the evaluation team suggests several practical recommendations for each thematic area.