Policy Formulation and Approval Processes
A Mandatory Reference for ADS Chapter 200
New Edition Date: 04/04/2024
Responsible Office: PLR
File Name: 200mad_040424
Overview
The process of formulating policies, strategies, and position papers is critical to the success of the final document and the development and humanitarian outcomes it achieves. Inclusive consultations and stakeholder engagement at each stage are critical to the formulation of rigorous and effective USAID development and humanitarian policy documents as part of the Agency’s cohesive approach to international development. The processes outlined in this Mandatory Reference are intended to ensure that policy and strategy (Section 1) and position paper (Section 2) formulation aligns with Agency principles of inclusivity, sustainability, and local leadership, and are evidence-based to achieve the most technically rigorous and effective results to advance the Agency’s priorities.
