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1) Food Availability and Access: 1.1. - Emergency Food Relief: Implement emergency food relief programs in regions affected by food shortages, droughts or natural disasters, hereby ensuring nutritious enough food items. 1.2. - Strengthening Supply Chains: Improve infrastructure and logistics to ensure efficient food distribution. 2) Economic Constraints 2.1. - Social Safety Nets: Expand and strengthen social safety net programs to provide financial assistance to vulnerable populations. Consider innovative and efficient approaches, like a Universal Basic Income: https://basicincome.org, which w... Read moreas already piloted very successfully in one part of Namibia but so far not yet implemented at national level: http://bignam.org 2.2. - Targeted Food Subsidies: Implement targeted food subsidies for low-income households. 3) Mindset and Beliefs 3.1. - Community Mobilization: Engage community leaders and influencers to promote healthy dietary practices. 3.2. - Behaviour Change Communication: Develop effective communication strategies to address misconceptions and promote healthy eating, such as Nutrition-for-Health (www.nafsan.org/n4h) 4) Lack of Information and Education 4.1. - Mass Media Campaigns: Use mass media to disseminate nutrition information and promote healthy eating, hereby also using RightStart Namibia (www.rightstart.com.na), a platform to support parents of young children. 4.2. - Community-Based Education: Organize community-based nutrition education programs (such as Nutrition for Health) to reach diverse populations. 5) Traditional Practices 5.1. - Identify Nutrient-Rich Traditional Foods: Promote the consumption of traditional foods that are rich in nutrients 6) Discrimination and Inequality 6.1. - Inclusive Policies: Implement policies that address discrimination and ensure equal access to food and healthcare. 6.2. - Empowerment Programs: Empower marginalized groups, particularly women, to participate in decision-making and access resources. Read less

1. D’effectuer régulièrement des dialogues nutritionnels dans les communautés et la promotion sur les bonnes pratiques nutritionnelles. 2. Besoins plus d’appui dans les activités génératrices des revenus et aussi alimentaires étant donné un taux élevé de chômages. 3. Octroie de terres arabes pour étendre leur culture vivrière 4. Regrouper des parents à des associations pour promouvoir des initiatives de développement durable. 5. Appui des formations sanitaires à des aliments thérapeutiques pour des cas de malnutrition 6. Faible notification des cas de malnutrition à cause... Read more de faiblesse de la sensibilisation et manque de mécanisme de surveillance communautaire des cas de malnutrition 7. Promouvoir des sensibilisations des communautés sur les bonnes pratiques nutritionnelles en capitalisant surtout les églises comme un canal principal, les églises devraient être impliquées dans les changements des comportements, elles ont un pouvoir transformateur des bénéficiaires. Read less

Les hommes de la communauté ont des perspectives variées sur cette situation. Certains soulignent l'importance de renforcer les infrastructures de santé et d'améliorer l'accès aux services médicaux pour lutter contre la malnutrition. D'autres mettent en avant la nécessité d'une diversification des cultures et d'une meilleure gestion des ressources agricoles pour assurer une alimentation équilibrée. Un autre groupe a préconisé l'accès aux semences et intrants, promouvoir le petit élevage (poules, chèvres>>)

Participants identified several urgent actions to address nutrition challenges. Key proposals included engaging various stakeholders to create a collaborative approach, conducting a comprehensive needs assessment to understand specific gaps, and implementing regular monitoring and evaluation to track progress. They also emphasized the importance of digital mapping to identify areas with the highest nutritional needs and ensure targeted interventions. Additionally, a meal-for-meal initiative was suggested, where communities contribute meals, creating a more sustainable and locally driven soluti... Read moreon to school feeding. These actions were seen as crucial steps toward improving access to nutrition for children. Read less

The technical staff identified several urgent actions to address the community’s nutrition-related challenges and proposed measures to ensure their effective implementation: 1. Capacity Building for CHPs: Focus CHPs’ training on community nutrition, equipping them with the skills to address nutrition challenges holistically rather than solely through clinical approaches. Recruit and deploy more CHPs to enhance outreach and service delivery, particularly in underserved areas. 2. Training and Regulation of Daycare Centers: Conduct training for daycare operators on essential WASH practices an... Read mored appropriate child feeding methods to promote better health outcomes. Develop and enforce regulations to ensure daycare centers adhere to acceptable childcare and nutrition standards. 3. Policies on Food Fortification: Advocate for the implementation of policies promoting food fortification to enhance the nutritional value of staple foods and address widespread nutrient deficiencies. 4. Promotion of Self-Help Groups: Sensitize the community on the value of self-help groups as platforms for mutual support, skill sharing, and capacity building in health and nutrition practices. 5. Kitchen Garden Models: Establish a demonstration kitchen garden at Makongeni Health Center to showcase best practices and encourage households to adopt similar food security initiatives. Read less

Participants in the Bomet dialogue identified several urgent actions to address the county’s nutrition challenges. First, they emphasized promoting mixed farming to increase access to diverse food groups. This approach would ensure households grow a variety of crops, including fruits, vegetables, and protein-rich foods, rather than relying solely on cash crops like tea. The participants also highlighted the importance of adopting kitchen gardening as a practical solution. Kitchen gardens would allow families to grow nutritious foods close to home, making it easier to prepare balanced meals u... Read moresing locally available ingredients. This would particularly benefit households where parents are preoccupied with tea farming and have limited time for meal preparation. Another key recommendation was to raise awareness about the benefits of a balanced diet and train communities on how to use locally available foods to meet nutritional needs. This education would involve teaching proper food preparation techniques and addressing cultural barriers that prioritize income generation over nutrition. Participants stressed the need to encourage the use of medical interventions over herbal remedies for nutrition-related health issues, particularly for mothers and children. They proposed conducting community-based health campaigns to build trust in medical solutions and improve healthcare access. To move these actions forward, participants suggested engaging local agricultural extension officers, health workers, and schools to provide training and resources. Additionally, they called for collaboration between local government, non-governmental organizations, and community leaders to support initiatives like kitchen gardening and mixed farming. These efforts would help ensure sustainable improvements in household nutrition and overall well-being. Read less

Participants identified several urgent actions to address the nutrition challenges discussed. Empowering Community Health Promoters (CHPs) was emphasized as a critical step in strengthening grassroots efforts. Promoting agricultural diversification and encouraging kitchen gardens were proposed to improve household access to nutritious foods and reduce reliance on single cash crops like tea. Health education for antenatal and breastfeeding mothers was deemed essential, focusing on the importance of exclusive breastfeeding and maternal nutrition. Participants also stressed the need for field vis... Read moreits to engage directly with women, persons with disabilities, and survivors of gender-based violence, addressing their unique needs and barriers. Additionally, monitoring and evaluating policies and advocating for the Facility Improvement Fund Bill were highlighted as priorities to ensure effective implementation and resource allocation. These actions would foster sustainable, community-driven solutions to nutrition challenges. Read less

- Nous mettre en association et chercher les documents légaux afin que l’état parvienne à nous indemniser - Mettre en place les AGR - Sensibiliser sur la nutrition ou repas équilibre - Avoir la culture des jardins parcellaire - Multiplier les formations sur l’agriculture afin d’avoir de bon rendement

1.Mener une action de plaidoyer auprès du secteur de Mukuleshi,le territoire de Mutshatsha et le gouvernement pour l’appui à la communauté avec differentes variétés des semences et engrains chimiques et un accompagnement technique afin d’assurer la sécurité alimentaire. 2.Ppromouvoir la production agricole variée et l’élevage des volailles et betail de basse cours et l’accompagnement d’une éducation nutritionnelle pour améliorer les connaissances et pratiques des ménages en vue d’une meilleure diversification du régime alimentaire nutritive. 3.La rehabilitation et l’... Read moreéquipement du centre de santé ,renforcement des capacités du personnel de santé facilitant ainsi l’accès aux services et soins de qualité pour une prise en charge adequate des maladies sources d’un mauvais état nutritionnel dans le chef de la population de Tshiyanda. Read less

1.L’appui par le secteur de lufupa,le territoire de Mutshatsha et le gouvernement avec differentes variétés des semences et engrains chimiques et un accompagnement technique afin pour assurer la sécurité sanitaire des produits agricoles. Cette promotion de la production agricole sera accompagnée d’une éducation nutritionnelle pour améliorer les connaissances et pratiques des ménages en vue d’une meilleure diversification du régime alimentaire. 2.Que l’autorité administrative ,partenaires techniques et financiers dans le secteur puissent appuyer la communauté à forer des nou... Read moreveaux puits et amenager des anciennes sources d’eau existantes ainsi permettre un accès aux services d’eau et assaisement ameliorés et reduire les maladies d’origine hydrique 3.La rehabilitation et l’équipement du centre de santé ,renforcement des capacités du personnel de santé facilitant ainsi l’accès aux services et soins de qualité pour une prise en charge adequate des maladies sources d’un mauvais état nutritionnel dans le chef de la population de Tshinaweji. 4.Que l’autorité territoriale accompagne la communauté dans le secteur de l’agriculture en favorisant les investissements ciblant les femmes à travers notamment le renforcement de leurs capacités en vue de leur autonomisation et l’augmentation des revenus issus de l’agriculture pour les producteurs. Read less

1. Women groups want to be educated on nutrition matters, so they also replicate the knowledge to the rest of the community members. This may influence behavior change. 2. Participants would want to learn what constitutes good nutrition and what crops they should grow to promote good food at home. 3. Male participation in the fight against malnutrition, which is currently too low, is needed. 4. There is an immediate need for traditional leaders' involvement to regulate the sale of crops after harvest. The observation is that there are high levels of indiscipline among parents and do sale most ... Read moreof their produce, leaving their families vulnerable to hunger and malnutrition. Read less

Tous les défis relevés trouvent également leurs correspondants en termes de solutions palliatives. Les actions urgentes proposées par la communauté après réflexion sont les suivantes : - Mener un plaidoyer auprès des autorités pour l’octroi des terres et l’interdiction du système de partage égal des récoltes en cas de location de terre qui est aujourd’hui considéré comme un véritable freint au développement des ménages agricoles ; - La sensibilisation des ménages pour leur adhésion aux groupes d’épargne pour la diversification des sources de revenus ; il faut encour... Read moreager les ménages a adhérer aux coopératives qui organisent le système d’épargne afin de bénéficier de crédit pour organiser des activités génératrices de revenus. - La formation des jeunes désœuvrés (bandits) sur les métiers et la réinsertion sociale va résoudre le probleme de banditisme et de vol ; - La sensibilisation des ménages à travers la voix des ondes pour des leçons éducatives sur la planification familiale et les bonnes pratiques culinaires ; - Appuie matériels aux associations agricoles et aux agriculteurs pour l’augmentation de la production. Read less

SREEENING: CHWs, local leaders, WVR and its Implementing partner are taking decision to urgently screen children in order to know their weights and make follow up to children with malnutrition. how will it be done? We have what we call PDH Sessions where in community parents meet and learn how to prepare good nourished meal for children, feeding it and use hygiene while acquiring that culture. participants in the dialogue are going to practice these sessions for children who will be found malnourished

1. Churches will encourage people to plant fruit trees in their homes and fields. 2. They will introduce Health Sundays, where experts will be called in to give information on nutrition to churchgoers 3. Churches will be conducting workshops to build capacity for mothers and caregivers on food preparation. 4. The church will work with traditional leaders to promote the consumption of local foods, the growing of vegetables, and the diversification of crops. 5. Women groups will conduct lessons and regularly hold cooking demonstrations of nutrient-dense foods. Outreach of these activities will a... Read morelso be undertaken. 6. The church will also spearhead the formation of community nutritional groups. 7. The church will tailor specific sermons to help congregants understand the importance of nutrition. Read less