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Background Nutrition-sensitive agriculture is an effective multi-sectoral approach to address the underlying causes of malnutrition. However, successful implementation requires the involvement of different sectors to jointly plan, monitor...

The World Food Programme (WFP) Haiti conducted two formative studies to inform its school‑based programming. One focused on gender (2019) and the other on nutrition and hygiene...

This is a summary of key considerations in relation to commissioning, developing, and using formative research for more effective programmes. It provides a step‑by‑step guideline for the practical application of formative research...

This case study presents lessons learnt from a regional success story in scaling up rice fortification through social assistance programmes in order to address micronutrient deficiencies Efforts...

The World Food Programme (WFP) Colombia conducted formative research to inform its school based programming, allowing schools to act as a platform for inclusion. The study focused...

In Latin America and the Caribbean, social protection programmes, including school-based programmes, represent a powerful entry point for transformative programming. Across the region, national school feeding...

A major programme of irrigated rice extension in the Middle Senegal River Valley has further limited the river's natural flooding in the floodplain (Waalo), initially reduced by drought...

Highlights This study provides a systematic review of literature on women's status and their role in improving food security. Previously a number of review studies were published...

Importance The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal Target 2.2 seeks to end all forms of malnutrition by 2030 by meeting targets, including the elimination of stunting and wasting...

Over the last 2 decades, many African countries have undergone dietary and nutrition transitions fueled by globalization, rapid urbanization, and development. These changes have...