NutritionSmartCommUNITY

A multisector approach from Welthungerhilfe to reduce malnutrition

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Spread the word about breastfeeding's importance to every baby.
#WorldBreastfeedingWeek #BreastfeedingMatters #MothersMilk #WelthungerhilfeIndia

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Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week 2024

Welthungerhilfe India, in collaboration with the Government of Madhya Pradesh's Department of Women and Child Development and our esteemed partners, is proud to join the global campaign to promote the benefits of mother’s milk.

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From August 1st to 7th, 2024, we highlight the critical role breastfeeding plays in infant health and development.
We are excited to showcase the dedicated efforts of our Anganwadi workers in promoting this vital cause.

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Now, Chrissy is hopeful for a bountiful harvest, expecting up to 20 bags of maize. Her new knowledge and organic methods promise better food security and a brighter future for her family. 🌽✨
#FoodSecurity #SustainableFarming #Malawi #Welthungerhilfe #KusamalaInstitute

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Chrissy, a dedicated subsistence farmer from Malawi, faced the challenge of unreliable maize harvests. With support from Welthungerhilfe Malawi and Kusamala Institute, she learned modern agricultural techniques and received high-quality OPV maize seeds. e

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After this training, these farmers will be able to create new plants as per their desire through these propagation methods, significantly reducing their dependence on the market for quality plants. This will also ensure food diversity in their fields.
#EmpoweredFarmers

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In the month of July 2024, 100 farmers from the Nutrition Smart CommUNITY received one-day training on various methods of regenerating plants from healthy plants through grafting, layering (air and soil), and budding.

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This training was conducted by the agricultural expert of Mahatma Gandhi Seva Ashram in Karahal block of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, with groups of 25 farmers in four different villages: Sonipura, Gadha, Hanumankheda, and Chakmajidpur.

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Children and mothers from the community enjoy participating in these camps, which also raise awareness about the 1000-day initiative for women's health and nutrition.

#NutritionCamp #Baalbhoj #CommunityHealth #EndMalnutrition #NSCProject

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The Nutrition Smart Communities are organizing a 15-day nutrition camp in collaboration with the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), Government of Madhya Pradesh.

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These camps aim to address the nutritional needs of undernourished children by providing additional nutritious meals. Mothers will also receive support to learn basic, baby-friendly recipes and understand the importance of growth monitoring & ten food groups, along with hygiene.

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A heartfelt thank you to all participants, keynote speakers, and contributors for their invaluable insights and dedication to reshaping South Asia's food landscape.
Together, we're forging a path towards a more resilient and equitable future!
#SustainableFoodSystems #NSC #SAARC

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We are delighted to announce the successful conclusion of the 'Expert Consultation Meeting' by SAC (SAARC Agriculture Centre) in collaboration with Welthungerhilfe.

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Representatives from 6 SAARC member countries participated in workshop.From Regional Nutrition Smart Community (NSC) team, we presented NSC project Sustainable Integrated Farming Systems work at this conference, highlighting our commitment to sustainable development in South Asia

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Attendees included WHH staff, partner organizations, development professionals, and Food Systems and Agriculture Experts from around the globe. We appreciate everyone's participation in this enriching exchange of knowledge and experiences in transforming food systems worldwide!

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Global NSC Exchange – Learning Session 1: "Nutrition Gardens that Provided Nutrition Throughout the Year"!

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Expert Speaker Anshuman Das, a Food Systems and Agriculture Expert, led the discussions. The session featured presentations from eight countries including Bangladesh, Burundi, India, Malawi, Tajikistan, Sierra Leone, Nepal, and Ethiopia.