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1. Educational Initiatives: Numerous participants suggested educational programs as critical strategies for combating nutritional deficiencies. One proposed, “If institutions organise awareness programs in schools... they can raise awareness and educate children.” Another girl passionately suggested, “People should know the nutritional benefits of local dairy products.” This reaffirms a commitment to local diets and traditional food practices. 2. Access to services: One boy highlighted the need for health infrastructure, saying, “Establishing health centres in remote areas can improv... Read moree access to healthcare.” 3. Promoting Local Food Sources: A strong sense of community ownership over local food resources was evident in many responses. One girl advocated for supporting community gardening: “Encouraging home gardening can enhance food security.” Her suggestion points to practical solutions that not only improve nutrition but also encourage self-sufficiency. The discussions illustrated a collective effort to engage with and promote local food systems as pathways to better nutrition. 4. Community Support Programs: Community support systems were highlighted as essential for improving overall nutrition. 5. Livelihoods: There was universal recognition of the need for economic empowerment. One girl argued specifically for women’s economic empowerment, stating, “[Since 2021] many women have lost jobs. Projects targeting women can uplift their spirits and contribute to the economy.” This recognition emphasises the multifaceted impact of job security on family nutrition. 6. Cultural norms: Addressing cultural norms and actively advocating for change was viewed by some children as essential. One child insisted, “We should challenge beliefs that restrict women and girls from eating properly.” Participants expressed a clear understanding that nutritional needs must not be held back by incorrect beliefs about food and nutrition. Read less

One of the primary demands of children is the creation of job opportunities for household breadwinners. Parental unemployment is one of the main causes of food insecurity in these families and children see the consequences of unemployment or failed harvests upon their caregivers' wellbeing. Children told us the authorities should establish projects like tailoring training and they could earn money and have enough food. Other quotes include, "My father is addicted and doesn’t buy anything for us. If we are given flour and oil, my mother can cook food for us." "My father was a farmer, but now ... Read morewe have no land. If we can farm again, we will be able to provide for ourselves." "The government should lower the prices of food. If food is cheap, everyone will be able to buy enough to eat. International organisations should help provide food and winter clothing for poor families." Read less

Children made the following recommendations: 1. Humanitarian aid should be increased and broadened to target all communities in need. 2. Creation of job opportunities for the younger generation is a priority, especially for heads of households. 3. Establishing and implementing long-term development projects by the authorities or organisations is essential to give people more opportunities. 4. Children should be taught the importance of nutrition through the distribution of appropriate learning materials to school-aged children (both inside and out of schools). 5. Awareness-raising seminars or ... Read moretraining programmes for parents and caregivers would help communities become educated about the importance of nutrition. 6. Families who are cold should receive more support with winterisation and clothing. 7. Malnourished children should be treated as an urgent priority. Read less

1. Minimizing the consumption of fast food to children & raising awareness about its harmful effects 2. Providing technical knowledge needed to organically grow fruits for families in their own gardens 3. All members in the family should be responsible for the nutrition 4. School canteens should have home cooked food items only 5. Food waste should be reduced.

1. Nutritious food should be made tasty, smell good, and look attractive to encourage children to choose it. 2. Promote home gardening to increase access to fresh produce. 3. Provide school meals to all children. 4. Offer parents income opportunities to better feed their children. 5. Monitor the nutrition of all children, not just those under five. 6. Educate children on the importance of nutrition in an engaging and appealing way. 7. Food festivals to promote locally available foods.

1. Encourage eating local, nutritious foods: Promote the benefits of consuming locally grown, healthy foods within the community. 2. Involve stakeholders in food safety: Engage local leaders, businesses, and community members in discussions and actions to maintain high food safety standards. 3. Hold food suppliers accountable: Ensure that businesses providing food understand their responsibility to offer nutritious options. 4. Improve export processes: Streamline the export of nutritious local produce while addressing the issues caused by importing less nutritious foods.