Health and Nutrition

At Strategies for Northern Development (SND), improving health and nutrition is at the core of our mission to build healthier and more resilient communities. By addressing critical gaps in food security and nutrition, SND ensures that vulnerable populations have access to essential support for a healthier future.

Key Focus Areas

Food Distribution and Security

  • 🌾 Partnering with the World Food Programme (WFP) to distribute life-saving food supplies.
  • 🚛 Delivering over 17,000 metric tons of food to vulnerable populations in 2023.

Nutritional Support for At-Risk Groups

  • 🍼 Providing 1,700 metric tons of nutritional commodities to children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers.
  • 🩺 Collaborating with health facilities to ensure access to essential nutritional programs.

Strengthening Community Health

  • 🌍 Empowering communities through health and nutrition awareness campaigns.
  • 🤝 Integrating nutrition with other sectors like WASH and livelihoods to ensure holistic well-being.

2023 Achievements in Health and Nutrition

Supplementary Feeding Programs (SFP):

  • Reached over 440,000 individuals, addressing malnutrition and improving health outcomes.

Targeted Nutritional Interventions:

  • Ensured pregnant women and children under five received tailored nutritional support through collaborations with local health centers.

Food Assistance Impact:

  • Distributed food and nutritional commodities to safeguard vulnerable communities against hunger and malnutrition.

Building a Healthier Tomorrow

By integrating health and nutrition initiatives into its broader strategic goals, SND is creating a foundation for sustainable well-being and resilience. With impactful partnerships and targeted interventions, SND is committed to reducing malnutrition and improving overall health for underserved populations.

Together, we’re fostering healthier, stronger, and more vibrant communities!