Mid-point evaluation of the implementation of the WHO global action plan for the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases 2013-2020 (NCD-GAP): Evaluation brief – November 2020

Overview

The purpose of the mid-point evaluation was to assess the accomplishments of the six objectives of the NCDGAP and the lessons learned through implementation of the NCD-GAP in Member States, by international partners and non-State actors and at the three levels of WHO. The evaluation objective had three elements, namely to: document successes, challenges and gaps of the implementation of the NCD-GAP since 2013; provide lessons learned and recommendations to improve the implementation of the NCD-GAP until 2030; and provide inputs for the next WHO global status report on NCDs as well as other reports, including on contributions to reducing premature mortality from NCDs by promoting mental health, reducing air pollution and strengthening health systems. The evaluation scope was implementation of the NCD-GAP and not of the entire, wider NCD agenda.