Theory of change

A theory of change⁽²⁾ was developed for GF‑TADs and translated into a logical framework that describes indicators and outputs (Fig. 1), according to the following three objectives, around which various work plan activities are designed:

• Objective 1. Improve the capability of countries to control (prevent, respond to, eradicate) ASF, using OIE standards and best practices that are based on the latest science
• Objective 2. Establish an effective coordination and cooperation framework for the global control of ASF
• Objective 3. Facilitate business continuity.

An operational plan was then formulated that defines the specific activities to be carried out.

Although ASF control is feasible, success requires regional and global coordination

The global initiative will effectively address the mandate given to the OIE and FAO by providing the structure through which to carry out the activities required to achieve the outputs and outcomes that will lead to the global control of ASF. This structure is based on the knowledge that control is feasible with current risk mitigation tools, but success will require strong national leadership, supported by regional and global coordination.

(1) The Global Framework for the Progressive Control of Transboundary Animal Diseases (GF‑TADs) is a joint initiative of the OIE and FAO that endeavours to empower global and regional alliances in the fight against Transboundary Animal Diseases (TADs), to provide for capacity building and to assist in establishing programmes for the specific control of certain TADs based on global and regional priorities.
(2) A theory of change is a full description of how a desired change is expected to happen in a specific context. It identifies the conditions that must be in place for the proposed activities to achieve the desired goals, thus improving planning and evaluation.

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