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As noted in USAID’s ADS [201.3.4.](201.3.4.9/A:)[9/A](201.3.4.9/A:)[:](201.3.4.9/A:) “Activities must have an approved Activity MEL Plan in place before major implementation actions begin.” For further policy on Activity MEL Plans, see ADS 201.3.4.9 This template should be used in conjunction with the guidance provided in USAID How to Note: Activity MEL Plan.  \nHow to Use This Template  \nWhile Activity MEL Plans are required for most activities, this template is not required, nor is there any Agency-wide required structure or format of Activity MEL Plans. This template is merely offered as a helpful tool for USAID staff and implementing partners.  \nUSAID Missions and other Operating Units that choose to provide a standard Activity MEL Plan template to their implementing partners may adopt this template, adapt it, or devise a standard template of their own. USAID Missions and other Operating Units may also leave the decision of how to structure and format the Activity MEL Plan to their implementing partners.  \nUSAID implementing partners should consult with their COR or AOR about specific requirements or recommendations for their Activity MEL Plan.  \nThe italicized text in each template section provides guidance and recommendations for what to include in that section, including examples and sample text. Required elements are noted in footnotes. For additional guidance on Activity MEL plans see the USAID USAID How to Note: Activity MEL Plan.  \nPlease note that per ADS 579.3.1, all activities that require an Activity MEL Plan also require a Data Management Plan (DMP) . The DMP may be developed and approved as a section of the Activity MEL Plan or as a separate plan. For further guidance on Data Management Plans, see ADS 579.  \nADS 201, ADS 205, and the GE/FE Policy require rigorous monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) that takes gender into account. For additional guidance on Activity MEL plans see ADS 205.3.8 on Gender Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning.  \nGiven the Biden-Harris Administration’s prioritization of climate change and GCC tackling as prerequisite for successful development and humanitarian assistance it is important to start using and reporting on GCC indicators when relevant and appropriate to your activity interventions: Review the Global Climate Change Standard Indicators Handbook (Definition sheets) 2020 USAID GCC-Indicator-Handbook-August- 2020-Update. pdf  \nFor remote monitoring techniques and when they can be employed, use this guide USAID_Remote_Monitoring_Guide_-_May_ 2020.pdf to identify and pursue appropriate remotemonitoring approaches for your needs.  \n\n| |\n| --- |\n| [ACTIVITY TITLE]\u003Cbr>Activity Monitoring, Evaluation, & Learning Plan |\n| Approved Date: [e.g., April, 2018]\u003Cbr>Version: [1]\u003Cbr>Contract/Agreement Number: [Insert number]\u003Cbr>Activity Start and End Dates: [e.g., January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2023] AOR/COR/Activity Manager Name & Office: [Insert name, office]\u003Cbr>Submitted by: [Insert name, position][Name of Prime Implementing Partner (IP)] DISCLAIMER\u003Cbr>The author’s views expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Agency for International Development or the United States Government. |\n\nI. 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