An inclusive accountability forum uses evidence to influence progress in Jigawa, Nigeria
In this case study, we describe how our country team in Nigeria facilitated the creation of a state-level evidence-based accountability mechanism in Jigawa state, the Jigawa state Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Accountability Forum, to improve the use of evidence for decision-making in maternal, newborn and child health, as well as inclusive access to that evidence.
We present the results including the development and use of scorecards, as well as challenges and lessons learned from this experience.
This case study (no.20) is part of our book, MamaYe Evidence for Action Stories of Change: Selected Case Studies.Through illustrative case studies, we describe how Evidence for Action - MamaYe has strategically combined evidence with advocacy and accountability activities in six countries, across Africa, and globally.
Evidence for Action-MamaYe. (2015). An inclusive accountability forum uses evidence to influence progress in Jigawa, Nigeria. London: E4A-MamaYe.