At the NAP Global Network, we have observed that while MEL systems look different in various contexts, they should all carry one essential characteristic to be considered in the early development stages: simplicity matters.
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Simplicity in Crafting Effective Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Systems for National Climate Adaptation
By Julie Dekens, Senior Researcher, International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)