Neda

Neda, often written as NEDA in uppercase, can refer to more than one thing. As a given name, Neda is a feminine name of Persian origin. It is used in Iran and in Persian-speaking communities around the world, and is commonly linked with meanings such as “voice” or “call.” The name appears in various cultural and literary contexts and is used by individuals in the Iranian and diaspora communities.

In public administration, NEDA most prominently stands for the National Economic and Development Authority of the Philippines. It is the government's lead agency for socio-economic planning and policy coordination. The NEDA coordinates development planning across agencies, helps formulate the national development plan, and reviews and endorses major programs and projects to ensure alignment with national priorities and sustainable growth. It also serves as the secretariat for the national planning framework and provides policy guidance to support coordinated implementation across the public sector.

The acronym NEDA may be found in other contexts as well, where it denotes different organizations or programs in various countries. In those cases, the meaning is determined by the specific country or organization involved. When seen without context, NEDA most often refers to the Philippine planning authority or, less commonly, to the Persian given name.