WFP Nutrition and Women Empowerment
The project aims to support and enhance government initiatives by focusing on improving the economic status, nutrition, and overall well-being of communities. It intends to achieve these goals by identifying and implementing sustainable approaches that are locally owned. it is designed to work collaboratively with communities, leveraging their own resources, knowledge, and practices to create lasting and positive impacts on economic development, nutritional outcomes, and overall well-being. The emphasis on locally owned sustainable approaches suggests a commitment to culturally sensitive and community-driven strategies that can endure over time
The program is funded by World Food Programme (WFP) and our implementing partners is Zanzibar Maisha Bora Foundation (ZMBF)
Target beneficiaries
- Under five children (< 5)
- Women who are under reproductive age
Project implementation
The implementation of this project follows a structured approach to achieve its intended goals. The process involves engagement at various levels, starting from the national level down to the regional and council levels. To ensure effectiveness, the project also focuses on community systems engagement and capacity building, with a specific emphasis on the ward and shehia levels. One crucial aspect of the project is the selection and engagement of Community Health Workers (CHWs). These CHWs play a key role in the project's execution. They undergo training and are provided with the necessary working tools to carry out their responsibilities effectively. The project includes mechanisms for community supervision, follow-ups, and data collection to monitor progress and gather valuable insights. Additionally, an integrated approach is taken through community outreaches, specifically through the Village Health and Nutrition Days (VHND). This inclusive strategy ensures that the project reaches and benefits the community at large, fostering a holistic and integrated approach to improving health and well-being.
Area of Implementation:
As of now, the project is actively underway in Zanzibar, spanning both the Unguja and Pemba regions. It covers 67 Shehias, with 31 Shehias in Kaskazini B district and 36 Shehias in Wete district.
Solution: Nutrition Education
Providing health education to raise awareness about the importance of balanced nutrition, proper diet, and healthy eating habits.
Solution: Community Engagement
Involving the community in the planning and implementation of nutrition interventions to ensure cultural relevance and sustainability.
Solution: Healthcare Worker Training
Training healthcare workers and Community Health Workers to identify and address nutrition-related issues, ensuring a more holistic approach to healthcare.
Impact: Improved Nutritional Status
The project will contribute to enhancing the nutritional status of the targeted communities, addressing issues such as undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, or malnutrition
Impact: Healthier Communities
By promoting better nutrition, the project will lead to overall health improvements in the communities, reducing the risk of diseases associated with poor nutrition.
Impact: Enhanced Maternal and Child Health
Improving the health of mothers and children, as they are particularly vulnerable to the consequences of inadequate nutrition.