SUN Civil Society Alliance Pakistan

A coalition of over 250 CSOs from across #Pakistan, engaged in advocating for #nutrition related policies, programs and increase budgetary allocations.

[Irshad Danish @Irshaddanish]

@MaryamNSharif Appreciate the distribution of fresh & dry fruits for flood-affected families. But formula milk in emergencies is risky—needs clean water & hygiene rarely available in floods. Protecting & supporting breastfeeding is the safest lifeline for infants.

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

@NutritionIntl in partnership with @TechnoServe launched the #MillersForNutrition Coalition in #Pakistan, with the aim to strengthen the country’s flour & oil milling industry to advance food fortification efforts. The event brought together millers & industry leaders, reaffirming their commitment to champion food fortification. It also celebrated the Champions of Food Fortification Awards, honoring those driving a healthier, fortified future for millions in Pakistan.

[SUN Civil Society Alliance Pakistan @SUNCSAPak]

Join us for the national webinar:
“Building Sustainable Breastfeeding Support Systems in Pakistan”

📅 6 Aug 2025 | ⏰ 2:00 PM (PKT) | 90 mins
Zoom | 🎥 Live at @SUNCSAPak Facebook
Register👇
https://t.co/PbHBvaM27T…
#WBW2025 #breastfeeding

[Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement @SUN_Movement]

@SUNCSN @UN_Nutrition @SUNBizNet @SDG2AdvocacyHub @FundNutrition @nutritionwin @NutritionIntl @ParisPeaceForum @francediplo_EN @SUNCSAPak @SUN_CSA_KENYA @CS_SUNN @SUNCSACambodia @SUNCSACameroon @SohanYouthNetG @FinianAli @shinerisse @Karima_AlHadaa @_AbigailPerry @MNForum @OsendpNutrition @WorldBank @WBG_Health At the CSO Pavillion, SUN Coordinator @AfshanKhan_ highlighted the crucial role of civil society in turning commitments into action.
Local solutions, strong commitments & accountability are key to progress.
Let’s seize this moment to drive real, lasting change. @SUNCSN

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

@NutritionIntl #Pakistan recently concluded celebrations of #WorldIodineDay 2024. Sensitization seminars, awareness walks & community activities organized with govt depts & educational institutions in 25 districts reached 7000+ participants including govt officials, community members, students & health workers about the benefits of iodized salt & its critical role in tackling iodine deficiency.

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

Some key opportunities discussed included forming NSSP working group, assessing the effectiveness of ongoing social protection initiatives, enhancing stakeholder understanding about social protection system & nutrition integration, exploring opportunities for pvt sector social protection initiatives & improving sector coordination

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

@NutritionIntl in collaboration with @PlanComPakistan conducted a roundtable to discuss opportunities for advancing Nutrition-Sensitive Social Protection (NSSP) in #Pakistan & share key findings from our regional study on NSSP for advancing nutrition through social protection.

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

Today in Bhurban #Pakistan, the @GovtofPakistan and key stakeholders signed the 'Bhurban Declaration,' marking a major commitment to improving #MaternalNutrition. This agreement, formalized at the National Policy Dialogue on Maternal Nutrition, aims to advance the Pakistan Maternal Nutrition Strategy (PMNS) 2022-27. With significant issues like #anaemia and vitamin deficiencies among women, urgent action is needed to break the cycle of #malnutrition.

Learn more about the 'Bhurban Declaration':

https://t.co/5oSPgYL2Yn

Let’s work together to make these commitments a reality and enhance maternal health in Pakistan!

#NutritionInternational #PakistanHealth #GlobalHealthGoals

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

The #nutrition community has been presented with an opportunity to evaluate progress, identify challenges, secure funding and political support to meet the World Health Assembly’s #GlobalNutritionTargets.

@NutritionIntl’s new Cost of Inaction Tool generates estimates on the health, human capital and economic costs on inaction on #stunting, #LowBirthweight and #anaemia. This valuable data empowers policymakers, advocates, civil society and other stakeholders to make the case that nutrition is an urgent priority and a worthy investment.

Learn more about the tool here: https://t.co/hlR0ygcNUf

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

We have just launched our Cost of Inaction Tool! The tool is an #online evidence-based & user-friendly analytical tool for country-level policymakers & advocates to generate estimates on the #health, human capital & economic costs of inaction in #nutrition
https://t.co/RweWpTdkXC

[CISANU Uganda @cisanu_uganda]

We are humbled to have today hosted the chair @SUNCSAPak Mr. Mubarak Ali at our offices. We shared on matters #nutrition and how both CSAs can leverage each others best practices for peer learning to promote better #nutrition in Uganda & Pakistan
Thx you 4 the gesture
@SUNCSN

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

“Malnutrition challenges can't be overcome by a single actor, they need collective efforts. I appreciate @NutritionIntl for initiating the #NourishMaa campaign. @GovernmentKP @HealthKPGovt stand with you in this vital mission" - Health Minister @QasimAliShah81 at the launch event

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

Committed to advance maternal nutrition in #Pakistan & after the success of #NourishMaa campaign in #Punjab #Sindh, @NutritionIntl+@HealthKPGovt launched the campaign in #KhyberPakhtunkhwa(KP), with aim to reach additional 1,000 healthcare providers.

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

Symbolic walks were organized across districts of #KhyberPakhtunkhwa, #Sindh, #Punjab to raise awareness on maternal health spreading messages of @NutritionIntl & @nhsrcofficial #NourishMaa campaign, highlighting the critical role of HCPs in supporting maternal nutrition.

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

Maternal malnutrition can have a range of adverse effects on the health & wellbeing of mother & child. Highlighting the importance of maternal nutrition, @NutritionIntl in #Pakistan engaged 150+ healthcare providers, mothers & community members on balanced nutrition for pregnancy

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

@NutritionIntl & @SUNCSAPak led a capacity building workshop to train 35 CSOs with essential knowledge+skills to integrate nutrition & gender in their development & emergency projects. Participants discussed advocacy strategies for this integration within govt policies+programs

[SUN Civil Society @SUNCSN]

♀️ In this short video, @kqaimkhani, our participant to the Viet Nam learning visit from @SUNCSAPak, shares what the civil society in Pakistan is doing towards closing the #GenderNutritionGap🌱

#InvestInWomen
#EmpowerWomen

[Nutrition International @NutritionIntl]

To enhance management of preterm+ low birth weight infants, @NutritionIntl+@HealthKPGovt trained 220+ healthcare providers on #KangarooMotherCare. The training is part of #KhyberPakhtunkhwa's KMC Operational Plan - an imp. step towards reducing neonatal+infant mortality+morbidity

[Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement @SUN_Movement]

Are you ready to #PowerTheChange? 🔛🟢

On this #IWD2024, and ahead of the #SUNGG2024, we are launching a webinar series to foster discussions and learning on how to integrate #gender perspectives into #nutrition policies and actions.

Stay tuned ⏰https://t.co/Zl2uZ5YEr0

[SUN Civil Society Alliance Pakistan @SUNCSAPak]

An empowered women can build a firm foundation for a successful family. ARTS Foundation, @SUNCSAPak member has been empowering #women with knowledge about benefits of kitchen gardening and supporting to cultivate vegetables and fruits at their home. #IWD2024 #InvestInWomen