NutritionistAoko

I am a self driven passionate Nutrition Expert, commited to making a lasting difference in the lives of women and children through innovative interventions 😊

[Amref Health Africa in Kenya @Amref_Kenya]

📍 Machakos, Kenya — Today, we convened with the @NairobiCityGov Health Management Team to validate stocktake findings on Strengthening Nurturing Care for Early Childhood Development (NCfECD) in Primary Health Care (PHC). The initiative is prioritising the first 1,000 days of life with deeper emphasis on promoting responsive caregiving, safety & security, opportunities for early learning, and developmental monitoring in Primary Health Care.

Evidence from routine Primary Health Care (PHC) touchpoints - Antenatal Care (ANC)/ Postnatal Care (PNC), immunisation & Child Welfare Clinics, and community health services confirms that these platforms consistently reach families. To make the nurturing care routine sustainable and measurable, we agreed that we must:

✅ Deploy the Nurturing Care for Early Childhood Development (NCfECD) package at each PHC touchpoint
✅ Embed simple documentation prompts in routine tools and use them in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and supervision
✅ Strengthen health workforce capacity through training and mentorship targeting health providers and Community Health Promoters — especially in developmental monitoring and counselling, responsive caregiving and caregiver well-being, early learning, safety, and security
✅ Strengthen safety and security screening with clear referral pathways and feedback loops
✅Demonstrate to caregivers early stimulation and learning activities such as singing, communicating, and playing to improve bonding and social-emotional learning skills for children
✅ Equip child-friendly spaces with locally available play materials
✅ Plan for sustainable county financing and transition from partner-supported inputs to county ownership

Using @WHO’s health systems building blocks (Leadership & Governance, Health Information Systems, Health Workforce, Service Delivery, Health Products and Technologies, Financing), stakeholders validated findings, prioritised actions, and defined roles across county teams, facilities, and community structures.

🧩 Milestones achieved:
•⁠ ⁠Consensus on priority actions to promote Nurturing Care in Primary Health Care (PHC)
•⁠ ⁠Alignment with Nurturing Care for Early Childhood Development (NCfECD) in PHC scale-up work to sustain momentum and coherence
•⁠ ⁠Consensus on Nurturing Care for Early Childhood Development (NCfECD) in Primary Health Care (PHC) Action Plan outline with timelines, indicators, accountability, and stakeholder mapping

➡️ What’s next?
•⁠ ⁠Finalise the county-owned action plan
•⁠ ⁠Embed documentation prompts in routine service delivery tools
•⁠ ⁠Initiate targeted mentorship for providers and Community Health Promoters (CHP)
•⁠ ⁠Establish light-touch progress reviews through existing PHC and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) forums, focusing on measurable improvements in caregiver coaching, safety and security, developmental monitoring, and support for early learning.

Asanteni Sana to @NairobiCityGov Health leadership, facility teams, Community Health Promoters, technical experts, and partners committed to ensuring that every child aged 0–3 years in Nairobi has the chance to survive and thrive.

#NurturingCareinPHC #ECD #PrimaryHealthCare #HealthSystemsStrengthening #AmrefKenya #NairobiCounty #ForEveryChild

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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

Last week, we kicked off the Rafiki Mentorship Program in our partner schools, beginning with introductory sessions.
These conversations marked the beginning of a mentorship journey focused on growth, self-belief, & purposeful living

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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

We're five weeks into 2026, are you still feeling burnout?
If so, here are some things you might want to stop doing. Watch until the end for insights.

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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

Last week, we had the privilege of visiting all thirteen partner schools for courtesy calls, and it was a truly successful start to the year. We were warmly welcomed by teachers and school leaders who shared their appreciation for TajiZuri’s continued contribution to their…

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[DNK-International @PeaceForumJ]

The Nairobi City County Government (NCCG) has announced a landmark plan to reform childcare services across the county through unveiling a strategic blueprint co-created with social enterprise Kidogo Early Years (KEYs).

[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

The girl you are is brave.
The change you lead begins with courage. 💪🏽💚
This #InternationalDayoftheGirl, we celebrate girls who rise above barriers and lead change, in classrooms, communities, and conversations.
Here’s to every girl rewriting her story and shaping her world. ✨

[ECD Network for Kenya @ecdnetwork_ke]

Yesterday, we were proud to have Martina Adegwa, Nutritionist represent the network on @KBC , sharing key insights and spreading the message of nurturing healthy futures for our children. #NationalNutritionWeek #HealthyStart #ChildCare

https://t.co/We8QsbzjYs

[NutritionistAoko @AokoQueenbee]

Today on @KBCChannel1 I discussed the role and long-term health impacts of Nutrition in Early Childhood
Thanks @ECDNeK for the opportunity! Let’s keep advocating for better nutrition for our kids
https://t.co/bHNgk4HdsD
#EarlyChildhood #ECDNetworkKenya #Health #NutritionMatters

[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

Join us in making a meaningful impact with just $30.
Your contribution will help keep six girls in school for the entire year by providing access to sanitary pads.
Let's break the barrier to education together!

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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

Education's true purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one. 🌟
Let's continue learning, growing, and embracing new perspectives.

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[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

Aflatoxin contamination in maize is a major issue. @NutritionIntl has supported 26 milling companies with aflatoxin testing machines in the past 2 years. Together, we can ensure safer, healthier food for all! - @kiruntimi, Deputy Country Director #WorldFoodSafetyDay @MOH_kenya

[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

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Thanks to you, we can and will be able to give every child in rural Kenya a quality education.
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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

Acton, they say, speaks louder than voice. Let your actions and examples speak positively to the students.

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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

We are all catalysts for positive change.

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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

On this Menstrual Hygiene Day, breaking the silence and having open conversations about menstrual health is important.
Together, we can work towards ensuring that every girl has access to the necessary knowledge and resources to manage her menstrual health with confidence.

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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

We recognize your dedication to ensuring the students thrive in their environment, which is commendable.

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[TajiZuri @tajizuri]

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