Nutrition International

05/03/2026

We're proud to share that Nutrition International and the African Union have signed a second memorandum of understanding in Addis Ababa, a powerful step forward in our shared mission to accelerate nutrition security and create lasting change for millions.

This partnership, signed by H.E. Amb. Amma Twum-Amoah of the African Union Commission and our President and CEO Joel Spicer, strengthens our work in maternal, newborn and adolescent nutrition, while driving the investments and policies that transform lives across the continent.

Witnessed by His Majesty King Letsie III of Lesotho, AU Nutrition Champion, this moment reminds us that when we come together with purpose, real change is possible.

Good nutrition is the foundation for healthy communities, resilient economies, and a brighter future for all. When we invest in nutrition, we invest in Africa's people — and their limitless potential. 💙

Learn more: https://nutritionintl.org/news/all-news/african-union-nutrition-international-strengthen-partnership-accelerate-nutrition-security-africa/

04/03/2026

In Pakistan, four women are changing the face of an industry that has long been dominated by men, and their impact goes far beyond the mills and laboratories where they work.

Women are among those most affected by micronutrient deficiencies, yet they remain underrepresented in the large-scale food fortification sector. Through Nutrition International's gender mainstreaming approach, that is beginning to change. These four women millers are stepping into leadership roles, helping to build a food fortification system that is stronger, more inclusive, and more effective for everyone.

Their stories are inspiring, and they are proof that when women are given the opportunity to lead, whole industries transform for the better.

Their efforts were recognized during the 2025 national and provincial Millers for Nutrition coalition launches.

Head to the link below to meet the women shaping Pakistan's food fortification sector. 👇

https://nutritionintl.org/news/all-stories/breaking-barriers-women-leading-change-pakistans-large-scale-food-fortification/

03/03/2026

Share knowledge. Amplify voices. Open doors. When women are given the opportunity to lead, the whole world benefits. 💜

Leading up to International Women's Day on March 8th, our March newsletter is dedicated to the women shaping a healthier, more equal world.

Women leading change: Building a more equal world through nutrition hits inboxes soon, spotlighting the incredible women advancing nutrition, leadership, and equality for healthier futures worldwide.

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Who inspires you in the world of women's health and nutrition? We'd love to hear in the comments! 👇

27/02/2026

This week, our Nigeria Country Office team continued its engagement with the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) as part of a growing partnership to advance nutrition governance in the country.

Nutrition International is working with the National Assembly and NILDS to develop a robust training curriculum for parliamentarians on nutrition governance. This is aimed at enhancing legislative oversight, informed decision-making and domestic resource mobilization and allocation for nutrition interventions in Nigeria.

This important work builds on earlier collaboration with the National Assembly through the House Committee on Nutrition and Food Security and the National Legislative Network on Nutrition and Food Security (NLNNFS), where Nutrition International had supported to develop capacity-building plans, a legislative framework and practical tools to guide parliamentary action on nutrition.

“Nutrition International Nigeria’s current engagement with NILDS aims to institutionalize a training curriculum that will be used by the Institute to equip all legislators responsible for nutrition-related oversight functions. This will ensure continuity, consistency and stronger accountability for nutrition financing and policy implementation across Nigeria,” says Dr. Osita Okonkwo FRSPH, FAPH, Country Director for Nutrition International Nigeria.

We are grateful for the strong commitment shown by NILDS leadership and the National Assembly. Partnerships like these are essential for building systems that protect and promote better nutrition for all Nigerians.

25/02/2026

We're taking you behind the scenes of a landmark visit to Zewditu Memorial Hospital in Addis Ababa. 🎥

His Majesty King Letsie III of the Kingdom of Lesotho, African Union Nutrition Champion, recently visited the hospital — hosted by the Government of Ethiopia and Nutrition International — to see firsthand how simple, cost-effective nutrition interventions delivered through routine health systems are saving the lives of children.

During the visit, His Majesty witnessed and personally administered vitamin A supplementation to children under five — a proven intervention that reduces preventable child deaths by up to 24% and protects against measles and diarrhoea. He also saw growth monitoring, maternal and child nutrition screening, and the identification and management of acute malnutrition in action.

Malnutrition contributes to nearly half of all deaths in children under five globally. These are preventable deaths, and Ethiopia is showing the world what's possible when governments make child survival a priority.

Watch the full behind-the-scenes video above, and read the full story here 👇
https://nutritionintl.org/news/all-news/au-nutrition-champion-king-letsie-iii-calls-prioritize-child-survival-nutrition/

23/02/2026

Periods and nutrition — two topics that are rarely discussed together, but should be.

When girls begin menstruating during adolescence, their nutritional needs shift significantly. Without the right support in place, the risks are real: iron-deficiency anaemia, missed school days, and the lasting impact of stigma and misinformation.

We've outlined five reasons why menstrual health belongs at the centre of adolescent nutrition programming; from tackling anaemia with proven interventions like weekly iron and folic acid supplementation, to ensuring schools have the facilities and the culture that allow girls to stay in class, and to equipping girls with the knowledge and confidence to advocate for their own health throughout their lives.

The evidence is clear. Addressing menstrual health is not a supplementary concern, it is fundamental to effective adolescent nutrition programming.

Read all five reasons here 👉 https://nutritionintl.org/news/all-field-stories/five-reasons-periods-menstrual-health-adolescent-nutrition/

💬 We'd like to hear from our community: was the connection between nutrition and menstrual health ever part of your health education?

13/02/2026

Today as leaders gather at the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, we're proud to officially announce the launch of NOURISH — a new multi-country initiative strengthening antenatal care systems (ANC) and expanding access to lifesaving micronutrients for pregnant women across the continent.

Led by Nutrition International as consortium lead and technical steward, NOURISH brings together governments and partners, including UNICEF and Sight and Life Foundation with catalytic support from the Children's Investment Fund Foundation. Together, we're advancing proven maternal nutrition interventions through routine care and reinforcing ANC platforms across eight countries.

Starting in Ethiopia and Rwanda, the initiative aligns strategic financing, technical expertise, and service delivery behind national leadership — designed to support country-led efforts and catalyze increased government-led financing over time.

As health systems face mounting pressure and gains in maternal nutrition and child survival begin to stall in some settings, coordinated approaches like NOURISH offer a pathway to strengthen care platforms and accelerate impact where it matters most.

Read the full press release: https://nutritionintl.org/news/all-news/ciff-nutrition-international-partners-launch-nourish-accelerate-maternal-health-africa/

13/02/2026

12/02/2026

Today’s field visit to Zewditu Memorial Hospital, a healthcare facility in Addis Ababa, highlighted how evidence-based, cost-effective nutrition interventions delivered through routine health systems can save the lives of children across the continent.

His Majesty King Letsie III of the Kingdom of Lesotho, African Union Nutrition Champion, joined frontline health workers and mothers to witness how simple interventions like vitamin A supplementation are saving lives.

Ethiopia’s integrated nutrition services model demonstrates how strengthening primary healthcare systems with cost-effective nutrition interventions can deliver measurable, sustainable results.

“Africa is facing an urgent child survival crisis driven by preventable causes,” said His Majesty King Letsie III. “What I have witnessed today is deeply encouraging and shows the transformational impact of treating child survival and nutrition as core development priorities delivered through strong health systems. Africa cannot afford to treat these interventions as peripheral; they must be central to all government planning and investment.”

https://nutritionintl.org/news/all-news/au-nutrition-champion-king-letsie-iii-calls-prioritize-child-survival-nutrition/

06/02/2026

This , we're celebrating the power of partnership. 🌍

From government collaborations strengthening nutrition systems to adolescent girls becoming health leaders in their communities, 2025 showed us what's possible when we work together.

Our year-in-review features 10 inspiring stories of progress:

🤝 Breaking new ground with the Asian Development Bank to scale nutrition investments across Asia

💪 Empowering adolescent girls in Tanzania and India as peer educators

🏪 Turning local shops in Kenya into lifesaving health access points

📋 Advancing food fortification policy in Pakistan to reach millions

These moments prove that lasting change happens when countries lead and communities drive solutions.

Read the full round-up to see how collaboration is building healthier futures worldwide. 👉 https://nutritionintl.org/news/all-stories/10-stories-that-shaped-our-work-in-global-nutrition-this-year/

04/02/2026

🌍 This International Development Week, we're celebrating Canadian innovation that's saving lives around the world!

In partnership with Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada, vitamin A supplements are manufactured by Jamieson Vitamins in Windsor, Ontario and shipped to children in countries where vitamin A deficiency threatens their health and survival.

The impact has been incredible: Over 7 million children's deaths have been averted since this program began.

This video takes you behind the scenes at the Jamieson facility to see how Canadian expertise and partnership are protecting children from preventable blindness, illness, and death.

From Windsor to the world, this is what effective international development looks like. 🇨🇦 ❤️

Watch the full video to see the journey of these life-saving supplements! ⬇️

https://nutritionintl.org/news/all-stories/windsor-to-the-world-vitamin-a-saves-lives-watch/

02/02/2026

It's International Development Week! This week, we're celebrating the partnerships that make our work possible.

For over 30 years, Nutrition International has been fighting malnutrition around the world — but we've never done it alone. We're proud to work alongside Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada and partners across 60+ countries who share our commitment to ending malnutrition.

This year's theme is "Prosperity through Partnership," and it reflects exactly how we work. By partnering with governments, organizations like UNICEF, the African Union, and the World Health Organization (WHO), universities, and implementation partners, we're able to multiply our impact and help more people access the nutrition they need to thrive.

Together, we're building a healthier, more equitable world. 🌍

Learn more about our partners: https://nutritionintl.org/about-us/partners/