Inception Report – Action plan – Cajamarca, Peru, 2025 – 2026
- Action Plan: Action plan – Cajamarca, Peru, 2025 – 2026
Overview
Name of Evaluator
Asociación Civil Transparencia
[email protected] / [email protected]
Member Name
Cajamarca, Peru
Action PlanAction plans are at the core of a government’s participation in OGP. They are the product of a co-creation process in which government and civil society jointly develop commitments to open governmen... Title
Action plan – Cajamarca, Peru, 2025 – 2026
Section 1.
Compliance with
co-creation requirements
1.1 Does a forum exist?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
Cajamarca has an established multi-stakeholder forumRegular dialogue between government and civil society is a core element of OGP participation. It builds trust, promotes joint problem-solving, and empowers civil society to influence the design, imple....
The forum was created on November 5, 2024. Its creation was led by a technical team from the Regional Government of Cajamarca, and the Multi-Stakeholder Forum initially recognized 16 stakeholders, including public institutions, academia, trade associations, and civil society. Access the executive resolution that created the Multi-Stakeholder Forum.
1.2 Is the forum multi-stakeholder?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The forum includes representatives from government, civil society, academia, and other relevant sectors. The regional executive resolution, which establishes the Multi-Stakeholder Forum, lists the actors that comprise it: a total of 16 members, including representatives from the public sector and civil society.
1.3 Does the forum hold at least one meeting with civil society and non-governmental stakeholders during the co-creation of the action plan?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The forum operates based on a calendar of meetings, occurring at least once a month.
The internal regulations of the Multi-Stakeholder Forum include a section on meetings. This section explains the frequency of meetings, as well as the venues, minutes, means of participation, and other relevant information:
Access the calendar of events (includes forum sessions).
1.4 Has the action plan been endorsed by the stakeholders of the forum or steering committeeThe Steering Committee is OGP’s executive decision-making body. Its role is to develop, promote and safeguard OGP’s values, principles and interests; establish OGP’s core ideas, policies, and ru.../group?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
Yes, meetings are publicly announced, and relevant documentation is produced and shared.
The minutes of the fourth session contain the definition of the commitments of the Multi-Actor Forum’s action plan, always signed as approval by the 15 attending members.
Section 2.
Recommended practices
in co-creation
2.1 Does the government maintain a Local OGP website or webpage on a government website where information on the OGP Local process (co-creation and implementation) is proactively published?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The OGP has an easily accessible page, which makes everything transparent.
Provide references here (e.g. interviews):
2.2 Did the government provide information to stakeholders in advance to facilitate informed and prepared participation in the co-creation processCollaboration between government, civil society and other stakeholders (e.g., citizens, academics, private sector) is at the heart of the OGP process. Participating governments must ensure that a dive...?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
Open government has notified invited parties via email or phone to undertake co-creation, and information and tools have been provided for this purpose.
2.3 Did the government ensure that any interested member of the public could make inputs into the action plan and observe or have access to decision-making documentation?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The government supported access to information, making it increasingly easier to access and therefore having the tools at hand at any time.
The minutes of the fourth and fifth sessions show that the team incorporated suggestions from various forum members regarding the action plan. For example, Roy León, from the MCLCP, suggested extending the deadline for the public review to achieve greater reach across the country. Carmen Vásquez, a youth representative, suggested holding a public discussion to expand information on Open Government and public information. In the fifth session, Yessenia Chomba emphasized the importance of addressing the issue of teenage pregnancy in all-boys schools, and stressed that the problem should not be limited to girls.
Provide references here (e.g. interviews):
2.4 Did the government proactively report back or provide written feedback to stakeholders on how their contributions were considered during the creation of the action plan?
Unclear
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The government provided feedback and took notes on the screen. This is something that needs to be improved, since, despite technological advances, taking notes on paper can be very helpful because people can verify them in a way other than digital ones.
On the other hand, the minutes themselves show how the contributions of the actors to the action plan are incorporated.
2.5 Was there an iterative dialogue and shared ownership between government and non-governmental stakeholders during the decision making process, including setting the agenda?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The co-creation process in Cajamarca involved ongoing, iterative dialogue between government representatives and non-governmental stakeholders, including civil society organizations, academia, and community representatives. These stakeholders actively participated in setting the agenda, identifying key challenges, and proposing solutions. The process emphasized mutual responsibility and joint decision-making, resulting in shared ownership of both the process and the commitments included in the action plan.
Provide references here (e.g. interviews):
Calendar of events (Forum sessions and co-creation workshops).
2.6 Would you consider the forum to be inclusive and diverse?
Very
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The forum includes a wide range of actors from different sectors, such as regional government institutions, civil society, academia, and other key local actors. This diversity has enriched the discussions and ensured that multiple perspectives are considered. However, there is recognition of the need to strengthen inclusiveness by encouraging broader participation, including the designation of both primary and alternate representatives to ensure continuity and consistent representation across meetings.
Provide references here (e.g. interviews):
Internal regulations of the Multi-stakeholder Forum also establish the principle of inclusive participation.
The following link shows who makes up the Cajamarca Multi-Actor Forum.
Section 3.
Initial evaluation
of commitments
1 CommitmentOGP commitments are promises for reform co-created by governments and civil society and submitted as part of an action plan. Commitments typically include a description of the problem, concrete action... :
Update the Regional Climate Change Strategy for 2050 in a decentralised and participatory manner
1.1 Is the commitment verifiable?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The commitment is verifiable as it includes clearly defined objectives, activities, and measurable deliverables. The action plan outlines specific steps toward enhancing transparency and participatory governance in the region, with indicators and timelines that allow for effective monitoring and evaluation. The forum members agreed on these deliverables, which ensure a common understanding of what constitutes progress and success. Access the description and level of progress of the commitment.
1.2 Does the commitment language/activities clearly justify relevanceAccording to the OGP Articles of Governance, OGP commitments should include a clear open government lens. Specifically, they should advance at least one of the OGP values: transparency, citizen partic... to OGP values?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The commitment is clearly aligned with core OGP values, particularly transparencyAccording to OGP’s Articles of Governance, transparency occurs when “government-held information (including on activities and decisions) is open, comprehensive, timely, freely available to the pub... More, accountability, and public participationGiving citizens opportunities to provide input into government decision-making leads to more effective governance, improved public service delivery, and more equitable outcomes. Technical specificatio.... Its stated goal—to make the regional government of Cajamarca more democratic and transparent—directly addresses improvements in decision-making processes and citizen oversight. The commitment includes activities that aim to increase access to public information, foster inclusive dialogue with civil society, and create mechanisms for tracking government performance, thereby reinforcing the values of open governance.
1.3 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
a new regulationGovernment reformers are developing regulations that enshrine values of transparency, participation, and accountability in government practices. Technical specifications: Act of creating or reforming ..., policy, practice or requirement.
1.4 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
will result in a change of the rules, practices or policies that govern a policy area, public sector and/or relationship between citizens and is binding or institutionalized across government or specific institution(s).
1.5 Are there any recommended changes to the design of the commitment to help improve its implementation?
One recommendation to strengthen the implementation of the commitment is to develop more detailed operational plans for each activity, including responsible parties, milestones, and budget allocations. Additionally, enhancing the digital infrastructure and capacity of both civil society and public officials will be essential to ensure effective participation and follow-up.
A foreseeable challenge is the inconsistency in stakeholder participation, especially when only primary representatives attend meetings. To address this, it is recommended to formally include alternate representatives to ensure continuity and institutional memory.
2 Commitment :
Training Programs on citizen participationAccording to OGP’s Articles of Governance, citizen participation occurs when “governments seek to mobilize citizens to engage in public debate, provide input, and make contributions that lead to m... More in the Regional Government of Cajamarca
2.1 Is the commitment verifiable?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The commitment includes specific and traceable actions, such as the creation of participatory mechanisms, transparency tools, and oversight platforms. These actions are supported by measurable outputs and timelines, making it possible to monitor progress and evaluate results against the stated objectives.
Currently, citizen participation training programs are among the commitments showing the greatest progress. Access their description and implementation status.
2.2 Does the commitment language/activities clearly justify relevance to OGP values?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The commitment explicitly seeks to strengthen democratic governance in Cajamarca by promoting greater transparency, accountability, and citizen participation. Its design includes actions such as the institutionalization of a multi-stakeholder forum, open access to public information, and mechanisms for civil society oversight. These activities are directly tied to core OGP values by making government processes more open, inclusive, and responsive to citizens’ needs.
2.3 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
a new regulation, policy, practice or requirement.
2.4 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
is a positive change to a process, practice or policy but will not generate a binding or institutionalized change across government or specific institution(s).
2.5 Are there any recommended changes to the design of the commitment to help improve its implementation?
Yes. To improve implementation, it is recommended to broaden the structure of the multi-stakeholder forum by formally appointing both primary and alternate representatives for each participating organization. This would help ensure continuity in participation, particularly in cases of absence, and reduce the risk of miscommunication or loss of information. Additionally, the commitment would benefit from more detailed planning instruments, including clear timelines, assigned responsibilities, and risk mitigation strategies. A potential challenge is the limited technical and logistical capacity in some institutions, which could delay implementation unless adequate support and coordination mechanisms are established.
3 Commitment :
Follow-up and monitoring of the prioritised projects of the Participatory Budget process of the Regional Government of Cajamarca
3.1 Is the commitment verifiable?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The commitment is verifiable because it outlines specific activities and measurable deliverables aligned with its stated objectives. These include the establishment of a multi-stakeholder forum, regular public meetings, and the development of participatory tools and transparency mechanisms. Each activity is associated with clear indicators and timelines, enabling consistent tracking of progress and accountability throughout the implementation
process. This commitment also has one of the highest levels of progress. See its description and progress.
3.2 Does the commitment language/activities clearly justify relevance to OGP values?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The commitment directly addresses core OGP values by aiming to make the regional government of Cajamarca more transparent, participatory, and accountable. It includes activities such as strengthening access to public information, institutionalizing citizen participation through a multi-stakeholder forum, and creating oversight mechanisms. These efforts are clearly intended to improve policy-making processes and institutional practices in alignment with OGP’s principles.
3.3 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
a new regulation, policy, practice or requirement.
3.4 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
is a positive change to a process, practice or policy but will not generate a binding or institutionalized change across government or specific institution(s).
3.5 Are there any recommended changes to the design of the commitment to help improve its implementation?
It is recommended to formally designate both primary and alternate representatives for each organization involved in the multi-stakeholder forum. This will help ensure consistent participation and prevent information gaps when primary members are absent. Additionally, the action plan would benefit from a more detailed implementation roadmap, including specific roles, deadlines, and risk mitigation strategies. A foreseeable challenge is maintaining active and balanced engagement among all stakeholders over time, especially given resource or capacity limitations in some institutions. To address this, continuous capacity-building and coordination support should be integrated into the implementation strategy.
4 Commitment :
Implementation of the public integrity model in the regional headquarter and offices of the Regional Government of Cajamarca.
4.1 Is the commitment verifiable?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The commitment is verifiable because it describes specific activities—such as organizing regular public meetings, establishing a multi-stakeholder forum, and implementing transparency tools that are clearly linked to its objectives. Each activity includes measurable deliverables, such as documented meeting minutes, published data, and engagement records. These outputs allow for clear monitoring and evaluation, ensuring that progress can be tracked and assessed over time in alignment with the objectives of the action plan. See the description and progress level of the commitment.
4.2 Does the commitment language/activities clearly justify relevance to OGP values?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The commitment clearly aligns with OGP values by seeking to make regional governance in Cajamarca more transparent, participatory, and accountable. It promotes open access to information, institutionalized citizen engagement through a multi-stakeholder forum, and mechanisms for oversight and monitoring. These activities aim to improve how decisions are made and how the public can influence, monitor, and hold institutions accountable—fulfilling the core principles of the Open Government PartnershipThe Open Government Partnership (OGP) is a multi-stakeholder initiative focused on improving government transparency, ensuring opportunities for citizen participation in public matters, and strengthen... More.
4.3 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
a continuation of ongoing practice in line with existing legislationCreating and passing legislation is one of the most effective ways of ensuring open government reforms have long-lasting effects on government practices. Technical specifications: Act of creating or r..., policies or requirements.
4.4 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
is a positive change to a process, practice or policy but will not generate a binding or institutionalized change across government or specific institution(s).
4.5 Are there any recommended changes to the design of the commitment to help improve its implementation?
To improve implementation, it is recommended to develop a more detailed action plan with clearly assigned responsibilities, timelines, and performance indicators for each activity. Additionally, appointing both primary and alternate representatives for participating organizations can strengthen consistency in participation and information flow. A foreseeable challenge is the occasional absence or turnover of forum members, which could hinder progress. Strengthening internal coordination mechanisms and offering ongoing capacity-building for stakeholders can help mitigate these risks.
5 Commitment :
Recognise the situation of the persistence of adolescent pregnancy with the participation of adolescents from the provinces of San Marcos, Cajamarca, and Jaen
5.1 Is the commitment verifiable?
Yes
Provide a brief explanation of your answer:
The commitment is verifiable because it defines concrete actions—such as establishing a multi-stakeholder forum, conducting periodic public meetings, and publishing transparency tools—linked to measurable outputs. These deliverables, when documented and monitored over time, make it possible to evaluate whether the commitment’s objectives are being achieved. Access the description and progress level of the commitment.
5.2 Does the commitment language/activities clearly justify relevance to OGP values?
Yes
5.3 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
a new regulation, policy, practice or requirement.
5.4 Please select one option that best describes the commitment:
will result in a change of the rules, practices or policies that govern a policy area, public sector and/or relationship between citizens and is binding or institutionalized across government or specific institution(s).
5.5 Are there any recommended changes to the design of the commitment to help improve its implementation?
One recommended change is to strengthen the structure of the multi-stakeholder forum by formally designating both primary and alternate representatives for each participating organization. This would ensure continuous engagement and minimize disruptions caused by absences. Additionally, the commitment would benefit from more detailed implementation guidelines, including specific timelines, roles, and monitoring indicators. A foreseeable challenge is maintaining active participation and coordination among diverse stakeholders, particularly if institutional capacity or resources are limited. Addressing this requires ongoing support, communication, and follow-up mechanisms throughout the implementation phase.
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