Nutrition Sensitive Initiatives for Resilient Communities and Households: GLLSP-II in Lasbela and Gwadar
Client: WFP
Project Scope and Objectives
- Assess the impact of Nutrition Sensitive Livelihood Enhancement (NSLE) interventions on health, nutrition, and financial literacy.
- Improve livelihoods and resilience among 2,250 rural households using the 4A framework (Awareness, Availability, Accessibility, Affordability).
- Address systemic barriers to health and economic resilience.
Project Deliverables:
- Comprehensive endline survey report evaluating health, nutrition, and financial literacy outcomes.
- Establishment of NutriHubs to provide community-based health and livelihood services.
- Training modules to promote sustainable wellness, hygiene practices, and financial literacy.
Implementation:
- Conducted baseline and endline surveys targeting 355 households with structured questionnaires.
- Delivered capacity-building programs, including interactive training sessions and NutriHub services, to empower communities.
- Distributed vouchers for accessing NutriHub resources, introducing sustainable services for long-term use.
Outcomes:
- Increased access to health testing facilities and improved awareness of health practices, including diabetes management and hygiene.
- Enhanced dietary diversity through kitchen gardens and poultry farming initiatives.
- Significant progress in financial literacy and inclusion, promoting budgeting and savings practices.
Learnings:
- Tailored education and participatory approaches are crucial for addressing localized needs.
- Sustaining NutriHubs as community-owned platforms requires ongoing support and resource accessibility.
- Expanding initiatives like kitchen gardens in underperforming regions, such as Gwadar, can bridge regional disparities.
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