Protocol for the assessment and monitoring of "The Code" and relevant national measures

Overview

In 2014, WHO established a Global Network for Monitoring and Support for Adherence to the Code (hereafter referred to as Net-Code). The aim and objectives of Net-Code are to assist Member States and civil society in: i. strengthening their capacity to monitor the Code and all relevant subsequent World Health Assembly resolutions; and ii. effective enforcement and monitoring of national Code legislation and regulations.

A monitoring protocol has been developed by NetCode to give effect to these objectives and provide countries with practical tools and guidance to be able to set up effective monitoring systems that will help eliminate inappropriate marketing of foods for infants and young children, as well as regularly assess the level of adherence with the Code and national measures