Example 1: Trend analysis of stunting to track progress
Using national survey data from DHS and MICS, a trend analysis can be used to estimate the Average Annual Reduction Rate of stunting (see section 3.6). The same method can be applied to other target indicators.
With this method, questions can be answered such as:
- What is the current trend of stunting reduction?
- Has the reduction of stunting accelerated over the period of implementation of the last Multisectoral Plan of Action for Nutrition?
- Is the current trend in stunting reduction sufficient to reach the target?
(Source: EU Action Plan on Nutrition)
This analysis carried out at global level shows that the current AARR is insufficient to achieve the 2025 target.