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Once the monitoring and evaluation framework has been defined, including the matrix of indicators for the initiatives and strategic projects, it is necessary to establish a strategy to follow up on the plan. This includes establishing responsible bodies, as well as participation and socialisation mechanisms that involve citizens.

The indicator matrix defines which body will be responsible for data collection for each indicator. However, from this, the institution or body responsible for monitoring the whole plan and its indicators as a whole should be determined. This may also include the formation of a new body, such as a citizen observatory. Depending on the monitoring period established, a roadmap is drawn up for follow-up.

In addition, other groups from civil society and academia should be identified to monitor the progress of the plan, such as NGOs, civil organisations, observatories, community groups, research groups, or any group that represents the people who benefit from the plan's actions and projects. 

Finally, the strategy should also contemplate communication and citizen participation mechanisms to report on the progress of the plan. This will help citizens to be involved and thus be able to follow up and demand accountability and responsibility in the implementation of the initiatives and strategic projects.