outcomes-based accountability

Outcomes-based accountability is a way organizations measure success by focusing on the results they achieve, rather than just activities or outputs. Instead of counting the number of programs run or reports made, they look at whether those efforts lead to meaningful improvements—such as better health, increased safety, or improved skills—within the community or target population. This approach ensures that resources are used effectively to create real, positive change, emphasizing impact over effort and encouraging continuous improvement based on the actual outcomes experienced.