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Translating Global Goals into local actions to fight NCDs

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"Even though we recognize that more of the same is insufficient, we will strive to focus on 4 strategic directions to achieve these goals:

"Maintain pressure at the global level for a coordinated global advocacy

"The inclusion of the NCDs in the post 2015 agenda is just the beginning and not the end of this global response. Advocacy on these issues will remain crucial if we have to see hard-earned political commitments translate into concrete actions, resources and improvements in health and the well being for people. We must influence and drive future.

"Promote accountability

"The HIV/AIDS and women's and children's health communities have demonstrated the crucial role civil society can play in holding governments accountable to commitments made. The NCD Alliance will act as a global watchdog, monitoring and reviewing the progress made on NCD targets and also support CSOs around the world to do the same.

"Build the capacity of NCD civil society

"Here lies the heart of our grand challenge. While we have convinced leaders of the need to prioritize NCDs and share proven strategies for how they can implement life-saving policies, we must strengthen NCD civil-society movements at national and regional levels to ensure commitment, accountability and action on the ground.

"Broker knowledge

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