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Fortifying commonly-eaten grains such as wheat, maize flour and rice is among the easiest and least expensive ways to prevent disease, strengthen immune systems and nurture a healthy and productive next generation.[1] Nutrition International leads and supports grain fortification efforts in low- and middle– income countries through a number of programs. Fortifying grains with iron and folic acid is an effective way to prevent anaemia and neural tube defects in a population.[2]
Nutrition International partners with the government of Kenya to implement maize flour fortification in Kenya by:
NI, in collaboration with TechnoServe, is working closely with the Ministry of Health and Kenya Bureau of Standards to ensure implementation of the planned activities.
Food fortification in Kenya is being supported through public-private partnership coordinated by the Ministry of Health – Nutrition and Dietetics Unit, under the Kenya National Fortification Alliance with membership from government (Kenya Bureau of Standards, National Public Health Laboratories, Food safety Unit), development/implementing partners (NI, GAIN, Techno Serve), UN agencies (UNICEF, WFP), academia and research institutions (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology-JKUAT, Kenya Medical Research Institute-KEMRI), premix suppliers, and industry associations for maize, wheat flour and salt (Cereal Millers association-CMA, United Grain Millers association-UNGMA, Kenya salt manufacturers-KESAMA). Funding for this program began in 2015 and will continue until 2020.
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For more information:
Fortifying commonly-eaten grains such as wheat, maize flour and rice is among the easiest and least expensive ways to prevent disease, strengthen immune systems and nurture a healthy and productive next generation.[1] Nutrition International leads and supports grain fortification efforts in low- and middle– income countries through a number of programs. Fortifying grains with iron and folic acid is an effective way to prevent anaemia and neural tube defects in a population.[2]
Nutrition International (NI) conducted a feasibility study and survey to update industry-mapping and design its fortification support in the country. NI supports wheat flour fortification in Ethiopia by:
This national-scale project is being implemented in partnership with Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical Industry Development Institute of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Ethiopian Millers Associations, TechnoServe and the Ministry of Health. The first phase of the project was supported by Irish Aid from 2014 through 2016, and the current phase will continue until 2020 through GAC support.
","For more information:
Fortifying commonly-eaten grains such as wheat, maize flour and rice is among the easiest and least expensive ways to prevent disease, strengthen immune systems and nurture a healthy and productive next generation.[1] Nutrition International leads and supports grain fortification efforts in low- and middle– income countries through a number of programs.
In Bangladesh, rice fortification is supported by the government, and The World Food Programme (WFP) is supporting rice fortification in 12 districts with funding from the Netherlands government. Under a joint workplan, NI and WFP agreed to support the government and rice millers with capacity building towards strengthening the supply chain, monitoring, quality control, awareness creation and production of fortified rice in 35 upzillas from 2017 onward. NI also developed standard operating procedures and provided training for the rice millers, as well as established a local laboratory capacity for the testing of fortified rice kernels and fortified rice product.
This intervention is being implemented in partnership with Ministry of Women and Children’s Affairs, Ministry of Food, Department of Women Affairs, Directorate General of Food, Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution, Institute of Food Science and Technology, WFP and Rice Millers. It is being implemented sub-nationally in 3 upazillas of 12 districts (Kurigram, Sirajganj, Bogra, Shatkhira, Khulna, Bagerhat, Gopalganj, Bhola, Gazipur, Sylhet, Sunamganj and Netrokona). Funding for this program began in 2015 and will continue until 2020.
","For more information:
Pakistan has one of the highest burdens of malnutrition in the world. More than half of the under-five year old population suffers from either stunting (chronic malnutrition), wasting (acute malnutrition), or both. One in four pregnant women are suffering from iron deficiency anaemia; and zinc, vitamin D and vitamin A deficiencies affect 37%, 41% and 56% of children under five respectively, on a national level [1]. Meeting nutrient needs is a prerequisite to preventing malnutrition, in combination with other proven health interventions.
In March 2016, Mott MacDonald as the Management Lead, with Nutrition International (NI) as the Technical Lead were awarded a 5-year grant with the main objective of fortifying commercially produced wheat flour (with iron, folic acid, vitamin B12 and zinc) and edible oil/ghee (with vitamins A and D) throughout Pakistan. This is one of the largest fortification programs in the world and it is expected to reach ~150 million people with fortified food staples.
The program aims to cover more than 100 edible oil/ghee mills and over 1,000 wheat flour mills to ensure adequate fortification. It will achieve its objectives by:
Pakistan has one of the highest burdens of malnutrition in the world. More than half of the under-five year old population suffers from either stunting (chronic malnutrition), wasting (acute malnutrition), or both. One in four pregnant women are suffering from iron deficiency anaemia; and zinc, vitamin D and vitamin A deficiencies affect 37%, 41% and 56% of children under five respectively, on a national level [1]. Meeting nutrient needs is a prerequisite to preventing malnutrition, in combination with other proven health interventions.
In March 2016, Mott MacDonald as the Management Lead, with Nutrition International (NI) as the Technical Lead were awarded a 5-year grant with the main objective of fortifying commercially produced wheat flour (with iron, folic acid, vitamin B12 and zinc) and edible oil/ghee (with vitamins A and D) throughout Pakistan. This is one of the largest fortification programs in the world and it is expected to reach ~150 million people with fortified food staples.
The program aims to cover more than 100 edible oil/ghee mills and over 1,000 wheat flour mills to ensure adequate fortification. It will achieve its objectives by:
The MITRA (Micronutrient Supplementation for Reducing Mortality and Morbidity in Indonesia) program is a partnership between the governments of Indonesia, Australia and Canada, facilitated by Nutrition International. It is an integrated micronutrient supplementation program being implemented in 20 districts of East Java and East Nusa Tenggara (ENT) provinces, centering its work on four micronutrients – Vitamin A, Zinc, Iron and Folic Acid - with a focus on their key role in improving Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH). The overall objective of the program is to improve access to health services for both pregnant women and caregivers of children under five to improve health outcomes. Ultimately, these health outcomes will be accomplished through improved coverage and adherence to IFA supplementation among pregnant women, Vitamin A supplementation (VAS) to children under five, and the use of zinc and ORS in the treatment of childhood diarrhoea. In order to achieve the goal of the program, the program strategy components fall under three categories (i) enabling environment; (ii) provision or supply chain; and (iii) consumption and include:
Funding for this program began in August 2015 and will end in September 2018.
","The MITRA (Micronutrient Supplementation for Reducing Mortality and Morbidity in Indonesia) program is a partnership between the governments of Indonesia, Australia and Canada, facilitated by Nutrition International. It is an integrated micronutrient supplementation program being implemented in 20 districts of East Java and East Nusa Tenggara (ENT) provinces, centering its work on four micronutrients – Vitamin A, Zinc, Iron and Folic Acid - with a focus on their key role in improving Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH). The overall objective of the program is to improve access to health services for both pregnant women and caregivers of children under five to improve health outcomes. Ultimately, these health outcomes will be accomplished through improved coverage and adherence to IFA supplementation among pregnant women, Vitamin A supplementation (VAS) to children under five, and the use of zinc and ORS in the treatment of childhood diarrhoea. In order to achieve the goal of the program, the program strategy components fall under three categories (i) enabling environment; (ii) provision or supply chain; and (iii) consumption and include:
Funding for this program began in August 2015 and will end in September 2018.
","The MITRA (Micronutrient Supplementation for Reducing Mortality and Morbidity in Indonesia) program is a partnership between the governments of Indonesia, Australia and Canada, facilitated by Nutrition International. It is an integrated micronutrient supplementation program being implemented in 20 districts of East Java and East Nusa Tenggara (ENT) provinces, centering its work on four micronutrients – Vitamin A, Zinc, Iron and Folic Acid - with a focus on their key role in improving Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH). The overall objective of the program is to improve access to health services for both pregnant women and caregivers of children under five to improve health outcomes. Ultimately, these health outcomes will be accomplished through improved coverage and adherence to IFA supplementation among pregnant women, Vitamin A supplementation (VAS) to children under five, and the use of zinc and ORS in the treatment of childhood diarrhoea. In order to achieve the goal of the program, the program strategy components fall under three categories (i) enabling environment; (ii) provision or supply chain; and (iii) consumption and include:
Funding for this program began in August 2015 and will end in September 2018.
","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" "24602","Nutrition International - Deworming Adolescents, WASH and Nutrition (DAWN)","English","Community/sub-national","","BGD","Bangladesh","Rajshahi|Chapai Nawabganj|Joypurhat|Sirajganj","","","","","DAWN is an innovative partnership among the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of Bangladesh (GoB) and Nutrition International. The immediate aim of this project is to demonstrate the effectiveness and scalability of using the secondary school platform to deliver iron-folic acid (IFA) within a package of services including soil-transmitted helminth (STH) treatment, WASH interventions, and behavior change interventions, to improve the nutrition and health status of adolescent girls in secondary schools in selected districts in Bangladesh. The lessons learned from this program model and costing data will then inform policy recommendations regarding future scale up for investment by GoB and its investment partners. Johnson & Johnson is the provider of deworming treatment through their global technical partner, Children Without Worms (CWW).
The primary objectives of the project are:
This project will conclude in March 2020.
","DAWN is an innovative partnership among the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of Bangladesh (GoB) and Nutrition International. The immediate aim of this project is to demonstrate the effectiveness and scalability of using the secondary school platform to deliver iron-folic acid (IFA) within a package of services including soil-transmitted helminth (STH) treatment, WASH interventions, and behavior change interventions, to improve the nutrition and health status of adolescent girls in secondary schools in selected districts in Bangladesh. The lessons learned from this program model and costing data will then inform policy recommendations regarding future scale up for investment by GoB and its investment partners. Johnson & Johnson is the provider of deworming treatment through their global technical partner, Children Without Worms (CWW).
The primary objectives of the project are:
This project will conclude in March 2020.
","DAWN is an innovative partnership among the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of Bangladesh (GoB) and Nutrition International. The immediate aim of this project is to demonstrate the effectiveness and scalability of using the secondary school platform to deliver iron-folic acid (IFA) within a package of services including soil-transmitted helminth (STH) treatment, WASH interventions, and behavior change interventions, to improve the nutrition and health status of adolescent girls in secondary schools in selected districts in Bangladesh. The lessons learned from this program model and costing data will then inform policy recommendations regarding future scale up for investment by GoB and its investment partners. Johnson & Johnson is the provider of deworming treatment through their global technical partner, Children Without Worms (CWW).
The primary objectives of the project are:
This project will conclude in March 2020.
","Girls in Indonesia as young as 12 are using mobile phones as a gateway for education, economic empowerment and communication. Springster is a fast-growing digital platform with a total global audience of 30 million users in 66 countries. It has the potential to reach adolescent girls on a large scale with compelling information on nutrition themes.
This is a 2-year initiative (August 2017-July 2019) to harness the huge popularity of mobile phones among adolescent girls in Indonesia to significantly improve the agency of girls and in doing so improve their knowledge of nutrition and key nutrition practices.
This is achieved by producing nutrition specific, sensitive and integrated content to be posted on the Springster Indonesia platform. In parallel, the site’s reach and engagement with adolescent girls is increased by developing new technological features on the site and promoting the site through marketing activities.
In Indonesia Springster has been used by 1.75 million girls. By May 2019, Springster Indonesia aims to increase its reach to 2.8 million female unique users and its female registered users to 90,000. Ultimately, the desired impact is to have improved agency of adolescent girls to increase their nutrition knowledge, attitude and practices. This program is being evaluated by an external organization.
This intervention is being implemented in partnership with Percolate Galactic and Praekelt. Org. This project began in August 2017 and will conclude in July 2019.
","Girls in Indonesia as young as 12 are using mobile phones as a gateway for education, economic empowerment and communication. Springster is a fast-growing digital platform with a total global audience of 30 million users in 66 countries. It has the potential to reach adolescent girls on a large scale with compelling information on nutrition themes.
This is a 2-year initiative (August 2017-July 2019) to harness the huge popularity of mobile phones among adolescent girls in Indonesia to significantly improve the agency of girls and in doing so improve their knowledge of nutrition and key nutrition practices.
This is achieved by producing nutrition specific, sensitive and integrated content to be posted on the Springster Indonesia platform. In parallel, the site’s reach and engagement with adolescent girls is increased by developing new technological features on the site and promoting the site through marketing activities.
In Indonesia Springster has been used by 1.75 million girls. By May 2019, Springster Indonesia aims to increase its reach to 2.8 million female unique users and its female registered users to 90,000. Ultimately, the desired impact is to have improved agency of adolescent girls to increase their nutrition knowledge, attitude and practices. This program is being evaluated by an external organization.
This intervention is being implemented in partnership with Percolate Galactic and Praekelt. Org. This project began in August 2017 and will conclude in July 2019.
","Girls in Indonesia as young as 12 are using mobile phones as a gateway for education, economic empowerment and communication. Springster is a fast-growing digital platform with a total global audience of 30 million users in 66 countries. It has the potential to reach adolescent girls on a large scale with compelling information on nutrition themes.
This is a 2-year initiative (August 2017-July 2019) to harness the huge popularity of mobile phones among adolescent girls in Indonesia to significantly improve the agency of girls and in doing so improve their knowledge of nutrition and key nutrition practices.
This is achieved by producing nutrition specific, sensitive and integrated content to be posted on the Springster Indonesia platform. In parallel, the site’s reach and engagement with adolescent girls is increased by developing new technological features on the site and promoting the site through marketing activities.
In Indonesia Springster has been used by 1.75 million girls. By May 2019, Springster Indonesia aims to increase its reach to 2.8 million female unique users and its female registered users to 90,000. Ultimately, the desired impact is to have improved agency of adolescent girls to increase their nutrition knowledge, attitude and practices. This program is being evaluated by an external organization.
This intervention is being implemented in partnership with Percolate Galactic and Praekelt. Org. This project began in August 2017 and will conclude in July 2019.
","Girls in Indonesia as young as 12 are using mobile phones as a gateway for education, economic empowerment and communication. Springster is a fast-growing digital platform with a total global audience of 30 million users in 66 countries. It has the potential to reach adolescent girls on a large scale with compelling information on nutrition themes.
This is a 2-year initiative (August 2017-July 2019) to harness the huge popularity of mobile phones among adolescent girls in Indonesia to significantly improve the agency of girls and in doing so improve their knowledge of nutrition and key nutrition practices.
This is achieved by producing nutrition specific, sensitive and integrated content to be posted on the Springster Indonesia platform. In parallel, the site’s reach and engagement with adolescent girls is increased by developing new technological features on the site and promoting the site through marketing activities.
In Indonesia Springster has been used by 1.75 million girls. By May 2019, Springster Indonesia aims to increase its reach to 2.8 million female unique users and its female registered users to 90,000. Ultimately, the desired impact is to have improved agency of adolescent girls to increase their nutrition knowledge, attitude and practices. This program is being evaluated by an external organization.
This intervention is being implemented in partnership with Percolate Galactic and Praekelt. Org. This project began in August 2017 and will conclude in July 2019.
","This investment, to The Power of Nutrition, will scale-up and institutionalize high-impact, evidence-based nutrition interventions nationwide in support of the Government of Ethiopia’s (GoE) National Nutrition Program (NNP) II. Through payment for results, this investment will incentivize health system performance in maternal and child health and nutrition and also directly support critical technical assistance and capacity building activities. It is estimated that this investment, as part of a package of strengthened maternal and child health and nutrition services, will contribute to reach approximately 13 million women and children. As well, the delivery of twice-yearly Vitamin A supplementation, 90+ IFA supplements in pregnancy, and education about improved nutrition care and feeding practices will be strengthened.
This intervention is being implemented in partnership with the Government of Ethiopia, Power of Nutrition and The World Bank. This project began in April 2017 and is being funded until August 2020.
","For more information:
","","","Other","Government of Ethiopia","","","Nutrition International","Power of Nutrition","The World Bank","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","26003","","Nutrition education and counselling","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English" "24606","Nutrition International - Power of Nutrition - Achieving Maternal and Child Nutrition Results in Ethiopia ","English","National","","ETH","Ethiopia","","","","","","This investment, to The Power of Nutrition, will scale-up and institutionalize high-impact, evidence-based nutrition interventions nationwide in support of the Government of Ethiopia’s (GoE) National Nutrition Program (NNP) II. Through payment for results, this investment will incentivize health system performance in maternal and child health and nutrition and also directly support critical technical assistance and capacity building activities. It is estimated that this investment, as part of a package of strengthened maternal and child health and nutrition services, will contribute to reach approximately 13 million women and children. As well, the delivery of twice-yearly Vitamin A supplementation, 90+ IFA supplements in pregnancy, and education about improved nutrition care and feeding practices will be strengthened.
This intervention is being implemented in partnership with the Government of Ethiopia, Power of Nutrition and The World Bank. This project began in April 2017 and is being funded until August 2020.
","For more information:
","","","Other","Government of Ethiopia","","","Nutrition International","Power of Nutrition","The World Bank","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","26004","","Vitamin A supplementation","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English" "24606","Nutrition International - Power of Nutrition - Achieving Maternal and Child Nutrition Results in Ethiopia ","English","National","","ETH","Ethiopia","","","","","","This investment, to The Power of Nutrition, will scale-up and institutionalize high-impact, evidence-based nutrition interventions nationwide in support of the Government of Ethiopia’s (GoE) National Nutrition Program (NNP) II. Through payment for results, this investment will incentivize health system performance in maternal and child health and nutrition and also directly support critical technical assistance and capacity building activities. It is estimated that this investment, as part of a package of strengthened maternal and child health and nutrition services, will contribute to reach approximately 13 million women and children. As well, the delivery of twice-yearly Vitamin A supplementation, 90+ IFA supplements in pregnancy, and education about improved nutrition care and feeding practices will be strengthened.
This intervention is being implemented in partnership with the Government of Ethiopia, Power of Nutrition and The World Bank. This project began in April 2017 and is being funded until August 2020.
","For more information:
","","","Other","Government of Ethiopia","","","Nutrition International","Power of Nutrition","The World Bank","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","26005","","Iron and folic acid supplementation","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English" "25758","Healthy Parents and Children 21 (Second Phase)","","National","","JPN","Japan","Pakistan","","","","","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 Pakistan are to:
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Federal Government of Pakistan and the National VAS Technical Working group that includes the MOH and VAS stakeholders, including NI and UNICEF. This work is being conducted on a national level through technical and operational assistance to the Ministry of Health and on a sub-national level in four provinces; Punjab, Sindh, Baluchistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa . NI support to Pakistan’s VAS program began in 1999 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.
For more information:
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.
For more information:
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 Indonesia are to:
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Health at Central level, Provincial Health Offices, District Health Offices and UNICEF. Progress is being achieved on a sub-national scale in six high-mortality provinces (Banten, West Java, West Nusa Tenggara, North Sumatra, Riau and South Sumatra.). NI support to Indonesia’s VAS program began in 1999 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.
For more information:
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 Bangladesh are to:
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Institute of Public Health and Nutrition, Director General of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Government of Bangladesh and the VAS Technical Working Group. Progress is being achieved nationally through technical assistance and financial support and sub-nationally by supporting 240 hard-to-reach unions of 46 upazillas in the 12 districts of Jamalpur, Kishorgonj, Netrokona, Sirajgonj, Gaibandha, Satkhira, Noakhali, Barisal, Barguna, Patuakhali, Sylhet and Sunamgonj. NI support to Bangladesh’s VAS program began in 1999 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.
For more information:
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 Senegal are to:
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Directorate of Reproductive Health and Child Survival/Ministry of Health, the National VAS Technical Working Group, and UNICEF. This work is being completed sub-nationally by continued support to 31 districts across five regions (Kaffrine, Kolda, Thiès, Saint Louis and Dakar). NI support to Senegal’s VAS program began in 1999 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.
For more information:
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 Nigeria are to:
NI's work is in partnership with the Government of Nigeria’s National Primary Health Care Development Agency, UNICEF, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and Helen Keller International (HKI). Sub-nationally, while NI has supported up to 14 States at different times, NI currently supports 9 states including Bauchi, Gombe, Sokoto, Kano, Niger, Plateau and Kaduna in the north region and Cross-river, and Delta in the south. NI support to Nigeria's VAS program began in 2000 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.
For more information:
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 Nutrition International (NI)’s VAS program in Kenya are to:
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Health Division of Family Health, the VAS Technical Working Group which includes the MOH and VAS stakeholders including NI and UNICEF. This work is being completed on a national level and on a sub-national level by providing targeted support to 25 counties, selected for their recurrent low VAS coverage. NI support to Kenya's VAS program began in 1999 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.
For more information:
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 Nutrition International’s VAS program in Ethiopia are to:
NI's work is in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health/Regional Health Bureaus, the VAS Technical Working Group (the MOH and VAS stakeholders including NI and UNICEF). Progress is being achieved on a national level and on a sub-national level by supporting 460 woredas of the agrarian and urban regions and in 30 select woredas across the pastoralist regions of Benshangul/Gumaz, Afar, Somali and Gambella regions. NI support to Ethiopia VAS program began in the early 2000’s 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.
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 to alleviate micronutrient malnutrition.
In Ethiopia, NI is supporting the nutrition department of the Federal and Regional ministries of health to ensure that the promotion of optimal breast feeding and complementary feeding among infant and young children age 0-23 months is well integrated into the government’s comprehensive community-based nutrition (CCBN) program. The objective is to increase the quality, reach and coverage of the IYCN package of interventions delivered by the Health Extension Workers (HEWs) to caregivers of children 0-23 months of age by using the existing government health extension program (HEP). Specifically, NI is strengthening the capacity of woreda and health center staff, HEWs and selected model mothers to:
These activities, carried out in 92 woredas across six regions,are being implemented in partnership with the Ethiopian Ministry of Health at all levels, and five implementing NGOs (Relief society of Tigray, Amhara Development Association, Mothers and Children Multi - sectoral Development Organization in Oromia, Terepeza Development Association in SNNP; and Emory University in Afar and Benishangul Gumuz regions). NI support to IYCN in Ethiopia began in 2012 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 to alleviate micronutrient malnutrition.
In Ethiopia, NI is supporting the nutrition department of the Federal and Regional ministries of health to ensure that the promotion of optimal breast feeding and complementary feeding among infant and young children age 0-23 months is well integrated into the government’s comprehensive community-based nutrition (CCBN) program. The objective is to increase the quality, reach and coverage of the IYCN package of interventions delivered by the Health Extension Workers (HEWs) to caregivers of children 0-23 months of age by using the existing government health extension program (HEP). Specifically, NI is strengthening the capacity of woreda and health center staff, HEWs and selected model mothers to:
These activities, carried out in 92 woredas across six regions,are being implemented in partnership with the Ethiopian Ministry of Health at all levels, and five implementing NGOs (Relief society of Tigray, Amhara Development Association, Mothers and Children Multi - sectoral Development Organization in Oromia, Terepeza Development Association in SNNP; and Emory University in Afar and Benishangul Gumuz regions). NI support to IYCN in Ethiopia began in 2012 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 to alleviate micronutrient malnutrition.
In Ethiopia, NI is supporting the nutrition department of the Federal and Regional ministries of health to ensure that the promotion of optimal breast feeding and complementary feeding among infant and young children age 0-23 months is well integrated into the government’s comprehensive community-based nutrition (CCBN) program. The objective is to increase the quality, reach and coverage of the IYCN package of interventions delivered by the Health Extension Workers (HEWs) to caregivers of children 0-23 months of age by using the existing government health extension program (HEP). Specifically, NI is strengthening the capacity of woreda and health center staff, HEWs and selected model mothers to:
These activities, carried out in 92 woredas across six regions,are being implemented in partnership with the Ethiopian Ministry of Health at all levels, and five implementing NGOs (Relief society of Tigray, Amhara Development Association, Mothers and Children Multi - sectoral Development Organization in Oromia, Terepeza Development Association in SNNP; and Emory University in Afar and Benishangul Gumuz regions). NI support to IYCN in Ethiopia began in 2012 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.
NI’s approach to IYCN in Kenya is to support the Ministry of Health in rolling out the Baby Friendly Community Initiative (BFCI) Implementation Package in 16 counties to support caregivers and their influencers on maternal nutrition, exclusive breastfeeding and complementary feeding. Point of use fortification, or MNPs, have been introduced in a smaller number of sub-counties to improve the quality of complementary foods for children 6-23 months of age. NI’s IYCN program focuses on strengthening the community health program through the capacity building of Community health volunteers and improving the reporting system.
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Health – National Dietetics Unit, the Kenya Red Cross Society, the Center for Behaviour Change and Communication and the Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK). This program is being implemented nationally and sub-nationally in the counties of: Bomet, Busia, Kakamega, Bungoma, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Nakuru , Nandi, Trans Nzoia, Vihiga, Kisumu, Homabay, Kilifi, Migori and Narok. NI support to IYCN in Kenya 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:
Baby Friendly Community Initiative (BFCI) Implementation Package
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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.
NI’s approach to IYCN in Kenya is to support the Ministry of Health in rolling out the Baby Friendly Community Initiative (BFCI) Implementation Package in 16 counties to support caregivers and their influencers on maternal nutrition, exclusive breastfeeding and complementary feeding. Point of use fortification, or MNPs, have been introduced in a smaller number of sub-counties to improve the quality of complementary foods for children 6-23 months of age. NI’s IYCN program focuses on strengthening the community health program through the capacity building of Community health volunteers and improving the reporting system.
These activities are being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Health – National Dietetics Unit, the Kenya Red Cross Society, the Center for Behaviour Change and Communication and the Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK). This program is being implemented nationally and sub-nationally in the counties of: Bomet, Busia, Kakamega, Bungoma, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Nakuru , Nandi, Trans Nzoia, Vihiga, Kisumu, Homabay, Kilifi, Migori and Narok. NI support to IYCN in Kenya 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
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.
NI’s approach to IYCN in Pakistan is to align all IYCN activities with national and provincial policies. The program aims to improve IYCN practices by strengthening the capacity of the front line health workers with primary focus on interpersonal counselling skills to deliver a comprehensive package of services for maternal and newborn child health at the community level, with an emphasis on the promotion and support for exclusive breastfeeding to the age of 6 months, and optimal complementary feeding for children 6-23 months of age. Most activities are implemented through two existing government programs, namely, the Lady Health Workers (LHWs) and the community midwives deployed in the communities from the Maternal, Neonatal, Child Health (MNCH) program.
These activities are being implemented through key partnerships on the national level (Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination), Provincial level (Director General Health Services (DGHS), Departments of Health; Integrated Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition Program (IRMNCH & NP), Punjab of Primary and Secondary (P&S) Health Department, Government of Punjab; Policy Strategic and Planning Unit (PSPU), Primary and Secondary (P&S) Health Department, Government of Punjab; Maternal Newborn and Child Health Program (MNCH); National Lady Health Workers Program (LHWP); Provincial Nutrition Cells; Nutrition Support Program (NSP); Integrated Health Program) and through local NGOs (National Rural Support Program). This program is being implemented sub-nationally in seven districts; Lodhran, Jamshoro, Mirpurkhas, Khaipur, Swabi, Nowshera and Mardan across the three provinces; Punajb, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. NI support to IYCN in Pakistan 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.
NI’s approach to IYCN in Pakistan is to align all IYCN activities with national and provincial policies. The program aims to improve IYCN practices by strengthening the capacity of the front line health workers with primary focus on interpersonal counselling skills to deliver a comprehensive package of services for maternal and newborn child health at the community level, with an emphasis on the promotion and support for exclusive breastfeeding to the age of 6 months, and optimal complementary feeding for children 6-23 months of age. Most activities are implemented through two existing government programs, namely, the Lady Health Workers (LHWs) and the community midwives deployed in the communities from the Maternal, Neonatal, Child Health (MNCH) program.
These activities are being implemented through key partnerships on the national level (Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination), Provincial level (Director General Health Services (DGHS), Departments of Health; Integrated Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition Program (IRMNCH & NP), Punjab of Primary and Secondary (P&S) Health Department, Government of Punjab; Policy Strategic and Planning Unit (PSPU), Primary and Secondary (P&S) Health Department, Government of Punjab; Maternal Newborn and Child Health Program (MNCH); National Lady Health Workers Program (LHWP); Provincial Nutrition Cells; Nutrition Support Program (NSP); Integrated Health Program) and through local NGOs (National Rural Support Program). This program is being implemented sub-nationally in seven districts; Lodhran, Jamshoro, Mirpurkhas, Khaipur, Swabi, Nowshera and Mardan across the three provinces; Punajb, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. NI support to IYCN in Pakistan 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.
NI’s approach to IYCN in the Philippines is to support the Department of Health’s (DOH) framework for the First 1000 days (F1KD) which delivers an integrated package of maternal, newborn and child health and nutrition (MNCHN) services at both the facility and community-level. The program is focused on promoting, protecting and supporting exclusive breastfeeding for infants 0-5 months and providing appropriate counselling for caregivers and their supporters on optimal complementary feeding, including MNPs for children 6-23 months. Key interventions include the following:
This program is being implemented in partnership with the Family Health Office (FOH)-DOH, the National Nutrition Council (NNC), Regional Health Offices, Provincial Health Offices, Rural Health Units, Helen Keller International (HKI) and UNICEF. Activities are being implemented in 45 municipalities in six provinces (Antique, Bohol, Cebu, Iloilo, Camarines Norte and Zamboanga del Norte). NI support to IYCN in Philippines 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.
NI’s approach to IYCN in the Philippines is to support the Department of Health’s (DOH) framework for the First 1000 days (F1KD) which delivers an integrated package of maternal, newborn and child health and nutrition (MNCHN) services at both the facility and community-level. The program is focused on promoting, protecting and supporting exclusive breastfeeding for infants 0-5 months and providing appropriate counselling for caregivers and their supporters on optimal complementary feeding, including MNPs for children 6-23 months. Key interventions include the following:
This program is being implemented in partnership with the Family Health Office (FOH)-DOH, the National Nutrition Council (NNC), Regional Health Offices, Provincial Health Offices, Rural Health Units, Helen Keller International (HKI) and UNICEF. Activities are being implemented in 45 municipalities in six provinces (Antique, Bohol, Cebu, Iloilo, Camarines Norte and Zamboanga del Norte). NI support to IYCN in Philippines 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.
NI’s approach to IYCN in the Philippines is to support the Department of Health’s (DOH) framework for the First 1000 days (F1KD) which delivers an integrated package of maternal, newborn and child health and nutrition (MNCHN) services at both the facility and community-level. The program is focused on promoting, protecting and supporting exclusive breastfeeding for infants 0-5 months and providing appropriate counselling for caregivers and their supporters on optimal complementary feeding, including MNPs for children 6-23 months. Key interventions include the following:
This program is being implemented in partnership with the Family Health Office (FOH)-DOH, the National Nutrition Council (NNC), Regional Health Offices, Provincial Health Offices, Rural Health Units, Helen Keller International (HKI) and UNICEF. Activities are being implemented in 45 municipalities in six provinces (Antique, Bohol, Cebu, Iloilo, Camarines Norte and Zamboanga del Norte). NI support to IYCN in Philippines 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:
In December 2015, Nutrition International officially launched the “Projet intégré de nutrition dans les régions de Kolda et de Kédougou”, also known as “PINKK”. This project is a collaboration built around an innovative, integrated and multifaceted approach to improving nutrition for Senegal's most vulnerable people. PINKK targets two high burden regions in Senegal, Kedougou (counties of Kedougou, Salemata and Saraya) and Kolda (counties of Kolda, Velingara and Medina Yero Foula).
The Integrated Nutrition Project for the Kolda and Kedougou Regions links health care, agriculture (including livestock) and business with the aim of improving nutritional health and food security for people in these regions, particularly for women and young children.
The key components of PINKK focus on the following:
Over the course of 5 years, the PINKK partnership will reach:
PINKK, is a collaborative effort between Nutrition International, World Vision Senegal, World Vision Canada, Développement International Desjardins and the Government of Senegal's Cellule de Lutte Contre la Malnutrition (CLM).
https://www.nutritionintl.org/in-the-world/africa/senegal-sahel/pinkk/
","14736|8773|8595|8593|8505|8365","","Other","Cellule de Lutte Contre la Malnutrition (CLM)","","","Nutrition International|World Vision International","World Vision SenegalWorld Vision Canada","","","","","","","","","Private sector","Développement International Desjardins","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","26305","","Complementary feeding promotion and/or counselling","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English" "24648","Nutrition International - PINKK: Projet intégré de nutrition dans les régions de Kolda et de Kédougou","English","Community/sub-national","","SEN","Senegal","Kédougou|Kolda","","","","","In December 2015, Nutrition International officially launched the “Projet intégré de nutrition dans les régions de Kolda et de Kédougou”, also known as “PINKK”. This project is a collaboration built around an innovative, integrated and multifaceted approach to improving nutrition for Senegal's most vulnerable people. PINKK targets two high burden regions in Senegal, Kedougou (counties of Kedougou, Salemata and Saraya) and Kolda (counties of Kolda, Velingara and Medina Yero Foula).
The Integrated Nutrition Project for the Kolda and Kedougou Regions links health care, agriculture (including livestock) and business with the aim of improving nutritional health and food security for people in these regions, particularly for women and young children.
The key components of PINKK focus on the following:
Over the course of 5 years, the PINKK partnership will reach:
PINKK, is a collaborative effort between Nutrition International, World Vision Senegal, World Vision Canada, Développement International Desjardins and the Government of Senegal's Cellule de Lutte Contre la Malnutrition (CLM).
https://www.nutritionintl.org/in-the-world/africa/senegal-sahel/pinkk/
","14736|8773|8595|8593|8505|8365","","Other","Cellule de Lutte Contre la Malnutrition (CLM)","","","Nutrition International|World Vision International","World Vision SenegalWorld Vision Canada","","","","","","","","","Private sector","Développement International Desjardins","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","26306","","Breastfeeding promotion and/or counselling","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English" "24648","Nutrition International - PINKK: Projet intégré de nutrition dans les régions de Kolda et de Kédougou","English","Community/sub-national","","SEN","Senegal","Kédougou|Kolda","","","","","In December 2015, Nutrition International officially launched the “Projet intégré de nutrition dans les régions de Kolda et de Kédougou”, also known as “PINKK”. This project is a collaboration built around an innovative, integrated and multifaceted approach to improving nutrition for Senegal's most vulnerable people. PINKK targets two high burden regions in Senegal, Kedougou (counties of Kedougou, Salemata and Saraya) and Kolda (counties of Kolda, Velingara and Medina Yero Foula).
The Integrated Nutrition Project for the Kolda and Kedougou Regions links health care, agriculture (including livestock) and business with the aim of improving nutritional health and food security for people in these regions, particularly for women and young children.
The key components of PINKK focus on the following:
Over the course of 5 years, the PINKK partnership will reach:
PINKK, is a collaborative effort between Nutrition International, World Vision Senegal, World Vision Canada, Développement International Desjardins and the Government of Senegal's Cellule de Lutte Contre la Malnutrition (CLM).
https://www.nutritionintl.org/in-the-world/africa/senegal-sahel/pinkk/
","14736|8773|8595|8593|8505|8365","","Other","Cellule de Lutte Contre la Malnutrition (CLM)","","","Nutrition International|World Vision International","World Vision SenegalWorld Vision Canada","","","","","","","","","Private sector","Développement International Desjardins","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","26307","","Promotion of healthy diets","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English" "24648","Nutrition International - PINKK: Projet intégré de nutrition dans les régions de Kolda et de Kédougou","English","Community/sub-national","","SEN","Senegal","Kédougou|Kolda","","","","","In December 2015, Nutrition International officially launched the “Projet intégré de nutrition dans les régions de Kolda et de Kédougou”, also known as “PINKK”. This project is a collaboration built around an innovative, integrated and multifaceted approach to improving nutrition for Senegal's most vulnerable people. PINKK targets two high burden regions in Senegal, Kedougou (counties of Kedougou, Salemata and Saraya) and Kolda (counties of Kolda, Velingara and Medina Yero Foula).
The Integrated Nutrition Project for the Kolda and Kedougou Regions links health care, agriculture (including livestock) and business with the aim of improving nutritional health and food security for people in these regions, particularly for women and young children.
The key components of PINKK focus on the following:
Over the course of 5 years, the PINKK partnership will reach:
PINKK, is a collaborative effort between Nutrition International, World Vision Senegal, World Vision Canada, Développement International Desjardins and the Government of Senegal's Cellule de Lutte Contre la Malnutrition (CLM).
https://www.nutritionintl.org/in-the-world/africa/senegal-sahel/pinkk/
","14736|8773|8595|8593|8505|8365","","Other","Cellule de Lutte Contre la Malnutrition (CLM)","","","Nutrition International|World Vision International","World Vision SenegalWorld Vision Canada","","","","","","","","","Private sector","Développement International Desjardins","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","26308","","Promotion of improved hygiene practices including handwashing","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","English" "26252","Nutrition International - Pakistan - Maternal Newborn Health and Nutrition (MNHN) Program","English","Community/sub-national","","PAK","Pakistan","Pakistan","","","","","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's (NI) support to MNHN programming in Pakistan began in 2015. Since then, NI has contributed to improving MNHN in Pakistan by:
This work is in partnership with the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Provincial Director General Health Services (DGHS), and Departments of Health Integrated Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition Program (IRMNCH & NP). The program is being implemented in three districts Lodhran, Jamshoro and Swabi across the three provinces Punajb, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, respectively.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Pakistan 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's (NI) support to MNHN programming in Pakistan began in 2015. Since then, NI has contributed to improving MNHN in Pakistan by:
This work is in partnership with the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Provincial Director General Health Services (DGHS), and Departments of Health Integrated Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition Program (IRMNCH & NP). The program is being implemented in three districts Lodhran, Jamshoro and Swabi across the three provinces Punajb, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, respectively.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Pakistan 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's (NI) support to MNHN programming in Pakistan began in 2015. Since then, NI has contributed to improving MNHN in Pakistan by:
This work is in partnership with the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Provincial Director General Health Services (DGHS), and Departments of Health Integrated Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition Program (IRMNCH & NP). The program is being implemented in three districts Lodhran, Jamshoro and Swabi across the three provinces Punajb, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, respectively.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Pakistan 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's (NI) support to MNHN programming in Pakistan began in 2015. Since then, NI has contributed to improving MNHN in Pakistan by:
This work is in partnership with the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Provincial Director General Health Services (DGHS), and Departments of Health Integrated Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition Program (IRMNCH & NP). The program is being implemented in three districts Lodhran, Jamshoro and Swabi across the three provinces Punajb, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, respectively.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Pakistan follows a comprehensive and integrated approach, with a strong focus on the first 1000 days, from pregnancy through 2 years of age.
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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's (NI) support to MNHN programming in Pakistan began in 2015. Since then, NI has contributed to improving MNHN in Pakistan by:
This work is in partnership with the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Provincial Director General Health Services (DGHS), and Departments of Health Integrated Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition Program (IRMNCH & NP). The program is being implemented in three districts Lodhran, Jamshoro and Swabi across the three provinces Punajb, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, respectively.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Pakistan 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 Ethiopia by:
This work is in partnership with the Ethiopian Ministry of Health at federal and regional levels, the Pharmaceutical Fund Supply Agency, UNICEF and Emory University. This project includes national level technical assistance and supports implementation sub-nationally, in 200 woredas in 6 regions (in the two pastoralist regions of Afar (11 woredas) and Benishangul Gumuz (4 woredas) and the following four agrarian regions: Tigray region (16 woredas), Amahra region (45 woredas), Oromia region (64 woredas) and South Nation Nationality People (SNNP) region (60 woredas)). NI has supported MNHN programming in Ethiopia since 2011 and continues to do so.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia by:
This work is in partnership with the Ethiopian Ministry of Health at federal and regional levels, the Pharmaceutical Fund Supply Agency, UNICEF and Emory University. This project includes national level technical assistance and supports implementation sub-nationally, in 200 woredas in 6 regions (in the two pastoralist regions of Afar (11 woredas) and Benishangul Gumuz (4 woredas) and the following four agrarian regions: Tigray region (16 woredas), Amahra region (45 woredas), Oromia region (64 woredas) and South Nation Nationality People (SNNP) region (60 woredas)). NI has supported MNHN programming in Ethiopia since 2011 and continues to do so.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia by:
This work is in partnership with the Ethiopian Ministry of Health at federal and regional levels, the Pharmaceutical Fund Supply Agency, UNICEF and Emory University. This project includes national level technical assistance and supports implementation sub-nationally, in 200 woredas in 6 regions (in the two pastoralist regions of Afar (11 woredas) and Benishangul Gumuz (4 woredas) and the following four agrarian regions: Tigray region (16 woredas), Amahra region (45 woredas), Oromia region (64 woredas) and South Nation Nationality People (SNNP) region (60 woredas)). NI has supported MNHN programming in Ethiopia since 2011 and continues to do so.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Ethiopia 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:
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, together with appropriate nutrition counselling.[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]
Nutrition International works in collaboration with government and other partners to improve maternal nutrition 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 Maternal Nutrition in Nigeria by:
This work is in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health, State Ministries of Health (Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara and Katsina states), PLAN Nigeria and UNICEF Nigeria. NI has supported Maternal Nutrition programming in Nigeria since 2015 and support is ongoing.
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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, together with appropriate nutrition counselling.[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]
Nutrition International works in collaboration with government and other partners to improve maternal nutrition 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 Maternal Nutrition in Nigeria by:
This work is in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health, State Ministries of Health (Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara and Katsina states), PLAN Nigeria and UNICEF Nigeria. NI has supported Maternal Nutrition programming in Nigeria since 2015 and support is ongoing.
","For more information:
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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, together with appropriate nutrition counselling.[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]
Nutrition International contributes to improving Maternal Nutrition in the Philippines by:
This work is implemented in partnership with DOH-Family Health Office (FHO) and National Nutrition Council (NNC), the health and nutrition offices at the regional, provincial and municipal levels, Helen Keller International and UNICEF in 45 municipalities in seven provinces of Antique, Bohol, Camarines Norte, Cebu, Iloilo and Zamboanga del Norte. NI support to Maternal Nutrition programming in the Philippines began in 2016 and is ongoing.
","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, together with appropriate nutrition counselling.[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]
Nutrition International contributes to improving Maternal Nutrition in the Philippines by:
This work is implemented in partnership with DOH-Family Health Office (FHO) and National Nutrition Council (NNC), the health and nutrition offices at the regional, provincial and municipal levels, Helen Keller International and UNICEF in 45 municipalities in seven provinces of Antique, Bohol, Camarines Norte, Cebu, Iloilo and Zamboanga del Norte. NI support to Maternal Nutrition programming in the Philippines began in 2016 and is ongoing.
","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, together with appropriate nutrition counselling.[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]
Nutrition International works in collaboration with government and other partners to improve maternal nutrition 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 Maternal Nutrition in Bangladesh by:
This work is in partnership with the Government of Bangladesh, the Institute of Public Health Nutrition, the Directorate General of Health Services, and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The urban pilot program is in partnership with The Dhaka North City Corporation and Concerned Women for Family Development. The program builds on NI’s successful demonstration project in four districts from 2011-2014. NI has scaled up the program model to four new districts in 2015 (Jessore, Gaibandha, Barisal and Jamalpur), to a further six districts in 2016 (Sirajgonj, Sherpur, Bogra, Noakhali, Kishoregonj, and Sunamgoni).
","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, together with appropriate nutrition counselling.[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]
Nutrition International works in collaboration with government and other partners to improve maternal nutrition 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 Maternal Nutrition in Bangladesh by:
This work is in partnership with the Government of Bangladesh, the Institute of Public Health Nutrition, the Directorate General of Health Services, and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The urban pilot program is in partnership with The Dhaka North City Corporation and Concerned Women for Family Development. The program builds on NI’s successful demonstration project in four districts from 2011-2014. NI has scaled up the program model to four new districts in 2015 (Jessore, Gaibandha, Barisal and Jamalpur), to a further six districts in 2016 (Sirajgonj, Sherpur, Bogra, Noakhali, Kishoregonj, and Sunamgoni).
","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, together with appropriate nutrition counselling.[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]
Nutrition International works in collaboration with government and other partners to improve maternal nutrition 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 Maternal Nutrition in Indonesia by:
This program builds on NI’s successful demonstration project in two districts (Banten and West Java) from 2011-2014. The program has been scaled up to a further 77 districts, in 6 provinces, namely Banten, West Java, East Java, West Nusa Tengarra (WNT), East Nusa Tengarra (ENT) and Riau.
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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, together with appropriate nutrition counselling.[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]
Nutrition International works in collaboration with government and other partners to improve maternal nutrition 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 Maternal Nutrition in Indonesia by:
This program builds on NI’s successful demonstration project in two districts (Banten and West Java) from 2011-2014. The program has been scaled up to a further 77 districts, in 6 provinces, namely Banten, West Java, East Java, West Nusa Tengarra (WNT), East Nusa Tengarra (ENT) and Riau.
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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 Kenya by:
This work is in close partnership with the National and County Ministries of Health. Implementation has been supported in 21 counties including: Bomet, Busia, Kakamega, Bungoma, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Nakuru, Nandi, Transnzoia, Vihiga, Kisumu, Homabay, Kilifi, Migori, Kericho, Narok, Machakos, Makueni, Uasin Gishu, and Kajiado. NI has supported MNHN programming in Kenya since 2011 and support is ongoing.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Kenya 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 Kenya by:
This work is in close partnership with the National and County Ministries of Health. Implementation has been supported in 21 counties including: Bomet, Busia, Kakamega, Bungoma, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Nakuru, Nandi, Transnzoia, Vihiga, Kisumu, Homabay, Kilifi, Migori, Kericho, Narok, Machakos, Makueni, Uasin Gishu, and Kajiado. NI has supported MNHN programming in Kenya since 2011 and support is ongoing.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Kenya 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 Kenya by:
This work is in close partnership with the National and County Ministries of Health. Implementation has been supported in 21 counties including: Bomet, Busia, Kakamega, Bungoma, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Nakuru, Nandi, Transnzoia, Vihiga, Kisumu, Homabay, Kilifi, Migori, Kericho, Narok, Machakos, Makueni, Uasin Gishu, and Kajiado. NI has supported MNHN programming in Kenya since 2011 and support is ongoing.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Kenya 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 Kenya by:
This work is in close partnership with the National and County Ministries of Health. Implementation has been supported in 21 counties including: Bomet, Busia, Kakamega, Bungoma, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Nakuru, Nandi, Transnzoia, Vihiga, Kisumu, Homabay, Kilifi, Migori, Kericho, Narok, Machakos, Makueni, Uasin Gishu, and Kajiado. NI has supported MNHN programming in Kenya since 2011 and support is ongoing.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Kenya 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 Kenya by:
This work is in close partnership with the National and County Ministries of Health. Implementation has been supported in 21 counties including: Bomet, Busia, Kakamega, Bungoma, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Nakuru, Nandi, Transnzoia, Vihiga, Kisumu, Homabay, Kilifi, Migori, Kericho, Narok, Machakos, Makueni, Uasin Gishu, and Kajiado. NI has supported MNHN programming in Kenya since 2011 and support is ongoing.
Although this section describes MNHN, wherever possible, Nutrition International’s work in Kenya 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:
These media campaigns to reduce salt/sodium intake was reported to the NCD country capacity survey (NCD CCS)
","https://extranet.who.int/ncdccs/documents/Db|https://www.who.int/teams/ncds/surveillance/monitoring-capacity/ncdccs
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","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","" "107905","NCD country capacity survey: Country implementation of public awareness programme (q25) as part of salt/sodium reduction","English","","","GTM","Guatemala","Guatemala","","","01-2021","","These media campaigns to reduce salt/sodium intake was reported to the NCD country capacity survey (NCD CCS)
","https://extranet.who.int/ncdccs/documents/Db|https://www.who.int/teams/ncds/surveillance/monitoring-capacity/ncdccs
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","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","" "107923","NCD country capacity survey: Country implementation of public awareness programme (q25) as part of salt/sodium reduction","English","","","CRI","Costa Rica","Costa Rica","","","01-2021","","These media campaigns to reduce salt/sodium intake was reported to the NCD country capacity survey (NCD CCS)
","https://extranet.who.int/ncdccs/documents/Db|https://www.who.int/teams/ncds/surveillance/monitoring-capacity/ncdccs
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","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","" "108021","NCD country capacity survey: Country implementation of public awareness programme (q25) as part of salt/sodium reduction","English","","","IDN","Indonesia","Indonesia","","","01-2021","","These media campaigns to reduce salt/sodium intake was reported to the NCD country capacity survey (NCD CCS)
","https://extranet.who.int/ncdccs/documents/Db|https://www.who.int/teams/ncds/surveillance/monitoring-capacity/ncdccs
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","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","" "108023","NCD country capacity survey: Country implementation of public awareness programme (q25) as part of salt/sodium reduction","English","","","LKA","Sri Lanka","Sri Lanka","","","01-2021","","These media campaigns to reduce salt/sodium intake was reported to the NCD country capacity survey (NCD CCS)
","https://extranet.who.int/ncdccs/documents/Db|https://www.who.int/teams/ncds/surveillance/monitoring-capacity/ncdccs
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","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","" "108027","NCD country capacity survey: Country implementation of public awareness programme (q25) as part of salt/sodium reduction","English","","","KHM","Cambodia","Cambodia","","","01-2021","","These media campaigns to reduce salt/sodium intake was reported to the NCD country capacity survey (NCD CCS)
","https://extranet.who.int/ncdccs/documents/Db|https://www.who.int/teams/ncds/surveillance/monitoring-capacity/ncdccs
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","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","" "108033","NCD country capacity survey: Country implementation of public awareness programme (q25) as part of salt/sodium reduction","English","","","VNM","Viet Nam","Viet Nam","","","01-2021","","These media campaigns to reduce salt/sodium intake was reported to the NCD country capacity survey (NCD CCS)
","https://extranet.who.int/ncdccs/documents/Db|https://www.who.int/teams/ncds/surveillance/monitoring-capacity/ncdccs
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","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","","" "108045","NCD country capacity survey: Country implementation of public awareness programme (q25) as part of salt/sodium reduction","English","","","PHL","Philippines","Philippines","","","01-2021","","These media campaigns to reduce salt/sodium intake was reported to the NCD country capacity survey (NCD CCS)
","https://extranet.who.int/ncdccs/documents/Db|https://www.who.int/teams/ncds/surveillance/monitoring-capacity/ncdccs
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