# of sector-specific action plans at national or subnational levels costed as a result of influence

This indicator quantifies the number of sector-specific action plans or medium-term financial frameworks at national or subnational levels that have been costed following direct support, technical assistance, or advocacy by Save the Children (SC) and/or its partners. “Costed” refers to the integration of detailed financial estimates for planned activities, with explicit budgetary provisions aimed at addressing child-specific needs, priorities, and rights.

A plan is considered costed when it includes a clear breakdown of financial requirements linked to its objectives, identifies funding gaps or sources, and aligns with relevant public budgeting systems.
Purpose: The purpose of this indicator is to assess the extent to which SC and its partners contribute to strengthening child-responsive planning and budgeting through their influence on the costing of sectoral action plans. By tracking the number of plans that incorporate realistic and child-focused financial planning, this indicator helps measure progress toward sustainable, well-funded interventions that promote children's survival, development, protection, and participation. 

Calculation: This indicator is a count of sector-specific action plans that have been costed with support or influence from Save the Children and/or partners.

Means of verification:

• Officially published sector plans and costed action plans by government ministries or agencies
• Budget annexes or costing spreadsheets attached to plans
• Technical reports or documentation showing SC and/or partner input
• Meeting minutes, correspondence, or memos evidencing SC’s involvement
• Assessments or third-party evaluations confirming costed components and their focus on children
• Stakeholder interviews or testimonies, where applicable