This evaluation was carried out to provide input for the development of the next Food and
Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Country Programming Framework in the
Dominican Republic and has consisted of the assessment of the strategic positioning of FAO in
the country, and the identification of the main contributions in each of the priority areas and
transversal themes (gender and economic inclusion of groups in vulnerable conditions and climate
action) during the period 2018–2022.
The evaluation found that FAO has been a reference point on key issues for the food, agricultural
and rural sector. For example, FAO has had influence on public policies on food security and has
strengthened capacities to promote associations and the adoption of innovative practices in
areas such as climate-smart livestock farming. On the other hand, there is potential to strengthen
collaboration between partners who have common objectives with the organization, especially in
the face of emerging issues.
The evaluation recommends continuing to support key initiatives such as the development of
food and nutrition sovereignty and security networks in the territories and redoubling efforts
for the effective inclusion of small and medium-sized producers in associations. In addition, it
is recommended to strengthen internal mechanisms that facilitate gender mainstreaming and
resilience to climate change and adapt measurement and analysis instruments to report medium
and long-term programme results.
