Nutrition Support

Discover SHUWA Foundation’s Nutrition Support Program, tackling malnutrition in vulnerable communities through emergency food aid, education, and sustainable solutions. Join us in creating healthier, stronger futures.

Proper nutrition is the cornerstone of health, particularly in underserved and conflict-affected communities. SHUWA Foundation’s Nutrition Support Program is designed to address malnutrition and its devastating impact on vulnerable populations, particularly children, pregnant women, and the elderly.

Tackling Malnutrition in Crisis-Affected Communities

In areas facing food insecurity due to conflict, displacement, or natural disasters, malnutrition becomes a silent killer. SHUWA Foundation works tirelessly to combat this crisis by delivering targeted nutrition interventions.

  • Emergency Food Supplies: We provide essential food items and fortified supplements to families in dire need.
  • Nutritional Screening and Assessment: Through regular screenings, we identify and treat malnutrition in children and at-risk individuals before it becomes life-threatening.
  • Community Feeding Programs: Our feeding initiatives ensure that the most vulnerable receive balanced meals to restore their health.

Empowering Mothers with Knowledge

Mothers play a vital role in preventing malnutrition. SHUWA Foundation equips mothers with the knowledge and resources they need to nourish their families:

  • Breastfeeding Awareness: Promoting exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months to give babies the healthiest start.
  • Nutrition Education: Teaching families how to prepare nutrient-rich meals from locally available ingredients.
  • Support Groups: Building a network of mothers who share experiences and tips to sustain healthy feeding practices.

Long-Term Solutions for Sustainable Nutrition

While immediate relief is critical, SHUWA Foundation also focuses on building long-term solutions to combat malnutrition sustainably:

  • Agricultural Support: Providing seeds, tools, and training to help families grow their own food.
  • Capacity Building: Training local healthcare workers to identify and address malnutrition effectively.
  • School Meal Programs: Ensuring children stay healthy and focused on their education with regular nutritious meals.

Real Stories of Impact

Our Nutrition Support Program has changed lives:

  • Hassan’s Journey to Recovery: A 2-year-old boy suffering from severe acute malnutrition was given life-saving therapeutic feeding and is now thriving.
  • Empowered Communities: Mothers in remote villages have adopted new cooking techniques that make their meals healthier and more nutritious.

Join Us in Fighting Malnutrition

SHUWA Foundation believes that no one should go hungry, and together, we can make this vision a reality.

  • Donate: Your contributions enable us to deliver food and supplements to those in desperate need.
  • Volunteer: Join our feeding programs or assist with nutrition education workshops.
  • Advocate: Raise awareness about malnutrition and its impact on communities by sharing SHUWA’s mission.

Nutrition is not just about survival—it’s about building healthier, stronger communities. By supporting SHUWA Foundation’s Nutrition Support Program, you become part of the solution. Together, we can nourish lives and create a brighter future for all.

Contact

No. 22C, Assurance Plaza, Gombole Road, Maiduguri, Borno State.

email: info@shuwafoundation.org

Tel: +234-806-355-0024, +234-701-866-9109, +234-806-239-0772

Empower Change, Donate Today

Make a difference in the lives of those in need. Support our initiatives and empower positive change through your generous donation.