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WAGGGS is the largest voluntary organization for girls and young women globally, representing 10 million members in 146 countries. WAGGGS is developing a three-phase nutrition program consisting of knowledge-building, advocacy and enabling access to WIFA (Weekly Iron Folic Acid) supplements where needed.
The program will be adapted to the local contexts, yet suitable for global scale up through the Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting movement. The program will be piloted over a 27-month period through the existing Girl Guide networks in member states.
This program is being implemented in Bangladesh, Madagascar, Philippines, Sri Lanka and Tanzania in partnership with the following WAGGGS Member Organisations -The Bangladesh Girl Guides Association, Skotisma Zazavavy Eto Madagasikara, Girl Scouts of the Philippines, The Sri Lanka Girl Guides Association, and The Tanzania Girl Guides Association.
Partners began working on this project in December 2016. Implementation began in June 2017 and will continue until March 2020.
","For more information:
","","","","","","","Nutrition International","","","","","","","","","","Private sector","World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS)","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","25999","","Iron and folic acid supplementation","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English" "24605","Nutrition International - World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) Nutrition Program","English","Multi-national","","BGD|MDG|PHL|LKA|TZA","Bangladesh|Madagascar|Philippines|Sri Lanka|United Republic of Tanzania","","","","","","WAGGGS is the largest voluntary organization for girls and young women globally, representing 10 million members in 146 countries. WAGGGS is developing a three-phase nutrition program consisting of knowledge-building, advocacy and enabling access to WIFA (Weekly Iron Folic Acid) supplements where needed.
The program will be adapted to the local contexts, yet suitable for global scale up through the Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting movement. The program will be piloted over a 27-month period through the existing Girl Guide networks in member states.
This program is being implemented in Bangladesh, Madagascar, Philippines, Sri Lanka and Tanzania in partnership with the following WAGGGS Member Organisations -The Bangladesh Girl Guides Association, Skotisma Zazavavy Eto Madagasikara, Girl Scouts of the Philippines, The Sri Lanka Girl Guides Association, and The Tanzania Girl Guides Association.
Partners began working on this project in December 2016. Implementation began in June 2017 and will continue until March 2020.
","For more information:
","","","","","","","Nutrition International","","","","","","","","","","Private sector","World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS)","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","26020","","Nutrition education and counselling","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English" "25759","Nutrition International - Tanzania ","English","National","","TZA","United Republic of Tanzania","Tanzania","","","","","Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) is a public health problem all around the world, affecting more than 100 countries [1]. A lack of vitamin A weakens the immune system, putting a child at greater risk of disease and early death; and it is also the leading cause of preventable child blindness. The solution for correcting vitamin A deficiency lies in improving the child’s diet – through increased consumption of vitamin A-rich foods, naturally rich or commercially fortified foods such as processed oils or sugar.
In countries where this remains a public health problem, and while food-based solutions are gradually being implemented and scaled-up to reach those populations, giving children 6 to 59 months of age two doses of vitamin A per year can impact a child’s health. Specifically, the range of impact on deaths averted can range from a lower bound cause-specific effect size of 28% (diarrheal deaths averted) to an upper bound of 12%-24% all-cause mortality reduction [2].
Nutrition International is committed to supporting vitamin A supplement (VAS) programs for children 6 to 59 months of age in settings where VAD is a public health problem, as one of the most cost-effective ways to improve child survival.
The main aims of NI’s VAS program in Tanzania are to:
NI’s work is in partnership with UNICEF, the President’s Office Regional Administration and Local Government Authority, The Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre, Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, Tanzania Mainland and Ministry of Health Zanzibar, Regional Health Management Teams and Council Health Management Teams. Progress is being achieved on a sub-national level by providing support to 14 regions; nine regions on the Tanzanian mainland (Katavi, Tabora, Simiyu, Shinyanga, Geita, Rukwa, Mwanza, Kigoma and Singida) and five regions on Zanzibar (Unguja North, Unguja South, Pemba North, Pemba South and Town West). NI support to Tanzania’s VAS program began in 2017 and is ongoing.
","[1] WHO. (2013). Micronutrient deficiencies. Retrieved from http://www.who.int/nutrition/topics/vad/en/
[2] Imdad A, Herzer, K, Mayo-Wilson E, Yakoob MY, Bhuta ZA. Vitamin A supplementation for preventing morbidity and mortality in children from 6 months to 5 years of age. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2010, Issue 12.
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The first 1000 days from conception to two years of age are critical to the health and development of a child. Adequate infant and young child nutrition (IYCN) is crucial for survival and long-term health and well-being. Approximately 45% of deaths of children under five years of age can be attributed to malnutrition [1], and are often associated with inappropriate feeding practices during the first years of life [2]. The first two years of life provide a critical window of opportunity for ensuring children’s appropriate growth and development through optimal feeding. Many countries experience a sharp increase in the prevalence of malnutrition for this age group.
NI supports countries to implement their IYCN program in line with WHO/UNICEF recommended IYCF practices. This includes the timely initiation of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding to the age of six months, introduction of solid, semi-solid and soft foods at 6 months of age and continued breastfeeding until 24 months of age, recommended minimum meal frequency and dietary diversity. NI also supports recommended practices such as responsive feeding, hand washing with clean water and soap, and safe food preparation and storage.
Some of NI’s support to IYCN programs includes a Micronutrient Powder (MNP) component.
The implementation of NI’s IYCN intervention in Tanzania builds on the ongoing government of Tanzania’s efforts to address nutrition as stipulated in the National Multisectoral Nutrition Action Plan (NMNAP), 2016- 2021. The IYCN component targets caregivers of children 0-23 months of age with counselling and other community-based activities that promote, protect and support exclusive breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices. NI’s IYCN intervention focuses on addressing the existing gaps in the quality of provision of services, program management including the use of data, and BCI and follows the 1000 days approach. In 2017, NI procured MNP sachets on behalf of the government and distributed them in 3 NI-supported districts in Mwanza through the health system.
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC), within the MoH (Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre, Medical Stores Department and Tanzania Food and Drug Authority), President’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government, Local Government Authorities and AMREF Health Africa. These initiatives are being implemented sub-nationally in three districts in Mwanza Region (Nyamagana, Kwimba and Sengerema) and three districts in Simiyu region (Bariadi, Maswa and Meatu) NI support to IYCN in Tanzania began in 2016 and is ongoing.
","[1] Black RE et al. Maternal and child undernutrition and overweight in low-income and middle-income countries. The Lancet. 2013; 382(9890):427-451
[2] Sankar MJ, et al. Optimal breastfeeding practices and infant and child mortality: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Acta Paediatr. 2015 Dec;104(467):3-13
For more information:
The first 1000 days from conception to two years of age are critical to the health and development of a child. Adequate infant and young child nutrition (IYCN) is crucial for survival and long-term health and well-being. Approximately 45% of deaths of children under five years of age can be attributed to malnutrition [1], and are often associated with inappropriate feeding practices during the first years of life [2]. The first two years of life provide a critical window of opportunity for ensuring children’s appropriate growth and development through optimal feeding. Many countries experience a sharp increase in the prevalence of malnutrition for this age group.
NI supports countries to implement their IYCN program in line with WHO/UNICEF recommended IYCF practices. This includes the timely initiation of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding to the age of six months, introduction of solid, semi-solid and soft foods at 6 months of age and continued breastfeeding until 24 months of age, recommended minimum meal frequency and dietary diversity. NI also supports recommended practices such as responsive feeding, hand washing with clean water and soap, and safe food preparation and storage.
Some of NI’s support to IYCN programs includes a Micronutrient Powder (MNP) component.
The implementation of NI’s IYCN intervention in Tanzania builds on the ongoing government of Tanzania’s efforts to address nutrition as stipulated in the National Multisectoral Nutrition Action Plan (NMNAP), 2016- 2021. The IYCN component targets caregivers of children 0-23 months of age with counselling and other community-based activities that promote, protect and support exclusive breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices. NI’s IYCN intervention focuses on addressing the existing gaps in the quality of provision of services, program management including the use of data, and BCI and follows the 1000 days approach. In 2017, NI procured MNP sachets on behalf of the government and distributed them in 3 NI-supported districts in Mwanza through the health system.
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC), within the MoH (Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre, Medical Stores Department and Tanzania Food and Drug Authority), President’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government, Local Government Authorities and AMREF Health Africa. These initiatives are being implemented sub-nationally in three districts in Mwanza Region (Nyamagana, Kwimba and Sengerema) and three districts in Simiyu region (Bariadi, Maswa and Meatu) NI support to IYCN in Tanzania began in 2016 and is ongoing.
","[1] Black RE et al. Maternal and child undernutrition and overweight in low-income and middle-income countries. The Lancet. 2013; 382(9890):427-451
[2] Sankar MJ, et al. Optimal breastfeeding practices and infant and child mortality: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Acta Paediatr. 2015 Dec;104(467):3-13
For more information:
The first 1000 days from conception to two years of age are critical to the health and development of a child. Adequate infant and young child nutrition (IYCN) is crucial for survival and long-term health and well-being. Approximately 45% of deaths of children under five years of age can be attributed to malnutrition [1], and are often associated with inappropriate feeding practices during the first years of life [2]. The first two years of life provide a critical window of opportunity for ensuring children’s appropriate growth and development through optimal feeding. Many countries experience a sharp increase in the prevalence of malnutrition for this age group.
NI supports countries to implement their IYCN program in line with WHO/UNICEF recommended IYCF practices. This includes the timely initiation of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding to the age of six months, introduction of solid, semi-solid and soft foods at 6 months of age and continued breastfeeding until 24 months of age, recommended minimum meal frequency and dietary diversity. NI also supports recommended practices such as responsive feeding, hand washing with clean water and soap, and safe food preparation and storage.
Some of NI’s support to IYCN programs includes a Micronutrient Powder (MNP) component.
The implementation of NI’s IYCN intervention in Tanzania builds on the ongoing government of Tanzania’s efforts to address nutrition as stipulated in the National Multisectoral Nutrition Action Plan (NMNAP), 2016- 2021. The IYCN component targets caregivers of children 0-23 months of age with counselling and other community-based activities that promote, protect and support exclusive breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices. NI’s IYCN intervention focuses on addressing the existing gaps in the quality of provision of services, program management including the use of data, and BCI and follows the 1000 days approach. In 2017, NI procured MNP sachets on behalf of the government and distributed them in 3 NI-supported districts in Mwanza through the health system.
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC), within the MoH (Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre, Medical Stores Department and Tanzania Food and Drug Authority), President’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government, Local Government Authorities and AMREF Health Africa. These initiatives are being implemented sub-nationally in three districts in Mwanza Region (Nyamagana, Kwimba and Sengerema) and three districts in Simiyu region (Bariadi, Maswa and Meatu) NI support to IYCN in Tanzania began in 2016 and is ongoing.
","[1] Black RE et al. Maternal and child undernutrition and overweight in low-income and middle-income countries. The Lancet. 2013; 382(9890):427-451
[2] Sankar MJ, et al. Optimal breastfeeding practices and infant and child mortality: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Acta Paediatr. 2015 Dec;104(467):3-13
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Pregnancy and the postnatal period are critical times for ensuring the health and wellbeing of women and their children. Anaemia during pregnancy is common and can have serious consequences for both mother and child, including increased risk of low birthweight and preterm birth, as well as maternal and perinatal mortality.[1&2] Iron deficiency is a major cause of anaemia among pregnant women.[3] Iron requirements increase substantially during pregnancy and it is difficult to meet these needs with food alone. Based on evidence of reduced risk of anaemia, iron deficiency and other adverse outcomes including having a low birthweight baby, WHO recommends daily iron and folic acid (IFA) supplementation throughout pregnancy.[4] This is in addition to a series of other recommendations for nutrition interventions as part of antenatal care for a positive pregnancy experience and other important maternal and child outcomes.[4]
Optimal care and feeding of newborns helps ensure babies survive and sets the stage for healthy growth and development. For example, initiating breastfeeding within the first hour of life, as recommended by WHO[5&6], increases the likelihood of exclusive breastfeeding and reduces the chance of newborn illness or death [7]. The newborn period, which is the first 28 days of life, is the most vulnerable time in a child’s life, and accounts for almost half (46%) of the total deaths in children under five years of age [8]. Fortunately, many of these deaths are preventable through evidence-informed, low-cost care, such as supporting mothers to start breastfeeding soon after birth, which can be delivered even in resource-limited settings.
Nutrition International works in collaboration with government and other partners to improve maternal and newborn health and nutrition (MNHN) through enhancing the provision, quality and integration of health and nutrition services and empowering women and their families to seek care and adopt healthy behaviours.
Nutrition International contributes to improving MNHN in Tanzania by:
This work is in partnership with MOHCDGEC (including the Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre, Medical Stores Department and Tanzania Food and Drug Authority), the President’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government, Local Government Authorities, and Amref Health Africa. This project supports implementation in districts in Mwanza Region (Nyamagana, Kwimba, Sengerema and Buchosa) and four districts in Simiyu region (Bariadi District Council, Bariadi Town Council, Maswa and Meatu). NI has supported MNHN programming in Tanzania since 2016 and continues to do so.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Tanzania follows a comprehensive and integrated approach, with a strong focus on the first 1000 days, from pregnancy through 2 years of age.
","For more information:
Pregnancy and the postnatal period are critical times for ensuring the health and wellbeing of women and their children. Anaemia during pregnancy is common and can have serious consequences for both mother and child, including increased risk of low birthweight and preterm birth, as well as maternal and perinatal mortality.[1&2] Iron deficiency is a major cause of anaemia among pregnant women.[3] Iron requirements increase substantially during pregnancy and it is difficult to meet these needs with food alone. Based on evidence of reduced risk of anaemia, iron deficiency and other adverse outcomes including having a low birthweight baby, WHO recommends daily iron and folic acid (IFA) supplementation throughout pregnancy.[4] This is in addition to a series of other recommendations for nutrition interventions as part of antenatal care for a positive pregnancy experience and other important maternal and child outcomes.[4]
Optimal care and feeding of newborns helps ensure babies survive and sets the stage for healthy growth and development. For example, initiating breastfeeding within the first hour of life, as recommended by WHO[5&6], increases the likelihood of exclusive breastfeeding and reduces the chance of newborn illness or death [7]. The newborn period, which is the first 28 days of life, is the most vulnerable time in a child’s life, and accounts for almost half (46%) of the total deaths in children under five years of age [8]. Fortunately, many of these deaths are preventable through evidence-informed, low-cost care, such as supporting mothers to start breastfeeding soon after birth, which can be delivered even in resource-limited settings.
Nutrition International works in collaboration with government and other partners to improve maternal and newborn health and nutrition (MNHN) through enhancing the provision, quality and integration of health and nutrition services and empowering women and their families to seek care and adopt healthy behaviours.
Nutrition International contributes to improving MNHN in Tanzania by:
This work is in partnership with MOHCDGEC (including the Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre, Medical Stores Department and Tanzania Food and Drug Authority), the President’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government, Local Government Authorities, and Amref Health Africa. This project supports implementation in districts in Mwanza Region (Nyamagana, Kwimba, Sengerema and Buchosa) and four districts in Simiyu region (Bariadi District Council, Bariadi Town Council, Maswa and Meatu). NI has supported MNHN programming in Tanzania since 2016 and continues to do so.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Tanzania follows a comprehensive and integrated approach, with a strong focus on the first 1000 days, from pregnancy through 2 years of age.
","For more information:
Pregnancy and the postnatal period are critical times for ensuring the health and wellbeing of women and their children. Anaemia during pregnancy is common and can have serious consequences for both mother and child, including increased risk of low birthweight and preterm birth, as well as maternal and perinatal mortality.[1&2] Iron deficiency is a major cause of anaemia among pregnant women.[3] Iron requirements increase substantially during pregnancy and it is difficult to meet these needs with food alone. Based on evidence of reduced risk of anaemia, iron deficiency and other adverse outcomes including having a low birthweight baby, WHO recommends daily iron and folic acid (IFA) supplementation throughout pregnancy.[4] This is in addition to a series of other recommendations for nutrition interventions as part of antenatal care for a positive pregnancy experience and other important maternal and child outcomes.[4]
Optimal care and feeding of newborns helps ensure babies survive and sets the stage for healthy growth and development. For example, initiating breastfeeding within the first hour of life, as recommended by WHO[5&6], increases the likelihood of exclusive breastfeeding and reduces the chance of newborn illness or death [7]. The newborn period, which is the first 28 days of life, is the most vulnerable time in a child’s life, and accounts for almost half (46%) of the total deaths in children under five years of age [8]. Fortunately, many of these deaths are preventable through evidence-informed, low-cost care, such as supporting mothers to start breastfeeding soon after birth, which can be delivered even in resource-limited settings.
Nutrition International works in collaboration with government and other partners to improve maternal and newborn health and nutrition (MNHN) through enhancing the provision, quality and integration of health and nutrition services and empowering women and their families to seek care and adopt healthy behaviours.
Nutrition International contributes to improving MNHN in Tanzania by:
This work is in partnership with MOHCDGEC (including the Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre, Medical Stores Department and Tanzania Food and Drug Authority), the President’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government, Local Government Authorities, and Amref Health Africa. This project supports implementation in districts in Mwanza Region (Nyamagana, Kwimba, Sengerema and Buchosa) and four districts in Simiyu region (Bariadi District Council, Bariadi Town Council, Maswa and Meatu). NI has supported MNHN programming in Tanzania since 2016 and continues to do so.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Tanzania follows a comprehensive and integrated approach, with a strong focus on the first 1000 days, from pregnancy through 2 years of age.
","For more information:
","","","Cabinet/Presidency|Health|Sub-national","Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, (MOHCDGEC)Regional Administration and Local GovernmentLocal Government Authorities","","","Nutrition International|Other","Amref Health Africa","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","26326","","Nutrition education and counselling","","","","Lactating women (LW)|Pregnant women (PW)","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English"