PLOS Global Public Health
WHO framework on meaningful engagement: A transformational approach to integrate lived experience in the noncommunicable disease and mental health agenda
Publication
22 Nov 2024
The stories collected here are anchored in the WHO’s Thirteenth General Programme of Work (GPW 13) results framework, which measures the progress made by the WHO Secretariat, Member States, and partners. These qualitative stories from the field form an integral part of the GPW13 reporting mechanism, providing a narrative that demonstrates how WHO has been able to support Member States and public health authorities around the world across different priority health areas.
Each story within this publication describes a journey that each country has taken towards bettering health outcomes, with WHO’s strategic guidance and support. From combating infectious diseases to addressing noncommunicable illnesses, strengthening primary health care systems, and promoting universal health coverage, these stories illustrate the multifaceted impact of WHO’s interventions across diverse contexts.