IBFAN

Founded in 1979, the International Baby Food Action Network (IBFAN) is a global coalition of nearly 200 citizen groups in more than 100 countries.

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During emergencies child deaths can be two to 70 times higher than the average rate. The risks of not breastfeeding during the first six months are greatly increased when water and sanitation are scarce and basic hygiene breaks down.
Learn More: https://t.co/X8uWw68YOC

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The 2026 WHO Code Status Report is out. Produced by @who , @unicef and IBFAN, this report is essential reading for policy-makers, health advocates and all those working to protect families from predatory marketing. Full report: https://t.co/6PqAJtViEM

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FREE HYBRID SIDE EVENT · WHA79 · 22 MAY

Contaminated Commercial Formula: the need for a global response
📍 13:00-14:20 (CEST) 📍 WHO HQ, Garden Room T + Online

🏛️In person - Register: https://t.co/XvkheLD7r4
💻Online - No registration needed - link: https://t.co/XvkheLD7r4

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45 years ago, the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes was adopted to protect babies. The crisis unfolding today shows exactly why it still matters. Find out more: https://t.co/cHUuJ84PnL

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IBFAN is in Geneva for the #WHA79, bringing to the global stage an urgent message: the infant formula contamination crisis is not an isolated incident, it is a systemic failure that demands an immediate global response. More: https://t.co/cHUuJ84PnL

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Codex Labelling – risky proposals for emergencies. IBFAN opposes flexible labelling during emergencies.
Learn More: https://t.co/rVPWjZlfFG

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This open letter calls for an end to the Nestlé-UNU partnership and raises concerns about conflicts of interest in nutrition education and professional development.
Read the letter and add your signature by visiting https://t.co/jmxjuqPtEd

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#EB158 - IBFAN Statement at the 158th Executive Board Meeting- Item 25: Maternal, infant and young child nutrition. 🔗 Find out more about IBFAN’s participation at EB158 on our website: https://t.co/j4gHj3iQRo

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IBFAN is present at the 158th Session of the WHO Executive Board (EB158), in Geneva, from 2 to 7 February 2026. 🔗 Find out more about IBFAN’s participation at EB158 on our website: https://t.co/j4gHj3ij1Q

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Recall of baby food challenges a sector where safety comes at a premium https://t.co/w2O5SnSOc5 | opinion

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WHO’s 158th Executive Board – IBFAN calls for Resolution to tackle intrinsic contamination of formula.
🔗 Read more: https://t.co/4VGMBG21Xt
#IBFAN #WHO #EB158

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IBFAN WEBINAR on food safety with Yasmine Motarjemi, Nestlé Whistleblower.
📍 21 january 2026
📍 11.00 - 12.30 CET
✅ Participation requires advance registration:
https://t.co/eqcI8LFPHy

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IBFAN WEBINAR on Food Safety with Yasmine Motarjemi, Nestlé Whistleblower
https://t.co/8yfIejHh7d

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ByHeart & Botulism:  Serious food safety failings expose online marketing risks
https://t.co/D6fjX7LAHI

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Conversation with #CodeHero - Dr. Adriano Cattaneo, a retired epidemiologist and #IBFAN member!
https://t.co/FLePwwnev6

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Yesterday, 6 December, we said goodbye to Adriano Cattaneo — a leading voice for breastfeeding, ethics and children’s rights. Deep gratitude for his immense legacy. 🤍

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Sugar scandal: in Africa, Nestlé is still putting profit ahead of babies’ health - Nestlé’s double standards exposed once more in Africa
https://t.co/m1jEIkA1qG

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🌍 Climate Crisis intensifies water scarcity – Nestlé’s water scandals.🔗 Full Statement on IBFAN’s website: https://t.co/sdIQXKWSC1

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IBFAN - 46 years!🥳🙌
https://t.co/XvkheLD7r4

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IBFAN raises important concerns about partnerships with breast pump manufacturers, including Medela, and their foundations.

🔍 Learn more at https://t.co/nvxrhpO2zR