The MATILDE matrix is used in the context of this project for the assessment of territorial, economic and social impacts of migration in the case study regions. Its data and indicators can be used by the participant countries for the evaluation of impacts of CAP interventions related to social inclusion and local development. As it is a data collection framework, it can be expanded with more data and indicators to cover more regions/countries.
The multidimensional (social, economic and territorial) approach used to analyse impacts can be very useful for thematic CAP evaluations in the area of social inclusion, territorial cohesion or quality of life. In addition, it offers a valuable methodological approach for data collection relevant for balanced territorial development, based on quantitative sources at multiple levels (local, regional, national, EU and international) and qualitative sources using participatory approaches. For example, the territorial dimension of the MATILDE Matrix is very relevant for LEADER evaluations, which can use the quantitative and qualitative data to assess rural poverty and, in particular, focus on migrants as a specific social group. Although LEADER evaluations do not currently focus on migrants, the evolution of migrant flows into Europe implies that this issue may acquire more importance in the future.
MATILDE is looking at rural remote mountainous regions and why they receive an important flow of immigrants.