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According to the Federal Education Minister Bettina Stark-Watzinger the StartChances program marks a turning point in educational policy. That they are committed to an evidence-based approach, seeking continual feedback from the scientific community throughout its implementation. The funding guidelines should guarantee that StartChances can achieve the greatest possible impact as a learning program. Background Scientific support is a foundational component of StartChances and is designed to maximise equality of opportunity. A funded research network will work to: The network will be interdisciplinary, bridging educational research and practice. It will cooperate with an external program evaluation to continuously assess and fine-tune StartChances’ effectiveness. The overall aim is to nurture a culture of responsiveness and innovation within educational structures, extending benefits nationwide. The funding guidelines reflect the insights of academics and educational professionals, gathered during the program’s design. Swift development and close federal-state coordination were hallmarks of this process. Opens in a new tab