C-WINS and AUST Collaboration on Maternal and Child Nutrition Training

This collaborative project aims to bridge the substantial knowledge gap in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers. The first cohort of trainees (August 28th – 7th September 2023) was specifically targeted at practitioners in Kano and Katsina states, regions with high rates of maternal morbidity and child malnutrition. The program’s design reflects a deep understanding of the local health and nutrition landscape and its specific challenges.

• Bridge knowledge gaps in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers.
• Enhance the capacity of local health workers for better nutrition outcomes.
• Foster new partnerships for future nutrition initiatives.
• Address maternal morbidity and child malnutrition effectively.

This collaborative project is aimed at bridging the substantial knowledge gap in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers. The first cohort of trainees (August 28th – 7th September 2023) was specifically targeted at practitioners in Kano and Katsina states, regions with high rates of maternal morbidity and child malnutrition. The program’s design reflects a deep understanding of the local health and nutrition landscape and its specific challenges.

• Bridge knowledge gaps in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers.
• Enhance the capacity of local health workers for better nutrition outcomes.
• Foster new partnerships for future nutrition initiatives.
• Address maternal morbidity and child malnutrition effectively.

• Provide comprehensive theoretical education and practical training.
• Focus on breastfeeding, nutrition commodities, and malnutrition assessment.
• Empower health workers to positively impact their communities.
• Address logistical challenges and improve marketing strategies.

• This collaborative project is aimed at bridging the substantial knowledge gap in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers. The first cohort of trainees (August 28th – 7th September 2023) was specifically targeted at practitioners in Kano and Katsina states, regions with high rates of maternal morbidity and child malnutrition. The program’s design reflects a deep understanding of the local health and nutrition landscape and its specific challenges.

  • Bridge knowledge gaps in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers.
  • Enhance the capacity of local health workers for better nutrition outcomes.
  • Foster new partnerships for future nutrition initiatives.
  • Address maternal morbidity and child malnutrition effectively.
  • Provide comprehensive theoretical education and practical training.
  • Focus on breastfeeding, nutrition commodities, and malnutrition assessment.
  • Empower health workers to positively impact their communities.
  • Address logistical challenges and improve marketing strategies.

  The training significantly raised awareness about maternal and child nutrition in the target states. It facilitated the development of a knowledgeable workforce capable of addressing nutrition issues more effectively. The program also catalysed new partnerships, expanding the network of support for future nutrition initiatives.

• This collaborative project is aimed at bridging the substantial knowledge gap in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers. The first cohort of trainees (August 28th – 7th September 2023) was specifically targeted at practitioners in Kano and Katsina states, regions with high rates of maternal morbidity and child malnutrition. The program’s design reflects a deep understanding of the local health and nutrition landscape and its specific challenges.

  • Bridge knowledge gaps in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers.
  • Enhance the capacity of local health workers for better nutrition outcomes.
  • Foster new partnerships for future nutrition initiatives.
  • Address maternal morbidity and child malnutrition effectively.
  • Provide comprehensive theoretical education and practical training.
  • Focus on breastfeeding, nutrition commodities, and malnutrition assessment.
  • Empower health workers to positively impact their communities.
  • Address logistical challenges and improve marketing strategies.

  The training significantly raised awareness about maternal and child nutrition in the target states. It facilitated the development of a knowledgeable workforce capable of addressing nutrition issues more effectively. The program also catalysed new partnerships, expanding the network of support for future nutrition initiatives.

  The program faced logistical challenges, particularly in accommodation and security, which are planned to be addressed in future cohorts. Marketing strategies were also identified as an area needing improvement, especially in terms of timely website updates for promotion. The program recognized the need for more robust and long-term sponsorship strategies to ensure sustainability.

• This collaborative project is aimed at bridging the substantial knowledge gap in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers. The first cohort of trainees (August 28th – 7th September 2023) was specifically targeted at practitioners in Kano and Katsina states, regions with high rates of maternal morbidity and child malnutrition. The program’s design reflects a deep understanding of the local health and nutrition landscape and its specific challenges.

  • Bridge knowledge gaps in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers.
  • Enhance the capacity of local health workers for better nutrition outcomes.
  • Foster new partnerships for future nutrition initiatives.
  • Address maternal morbidity and child malnutrition effectively.
  • Provide comprehensive theoretical education and practical training.
  • Focus on breastfeeding, nutrition commodities, and malnutrition assessment.
  • Empower health workers to positively impact their communities.
  • Address logistical challenges and improve marketing strategies.

  The training significantly raised awareness about maternal and child nutrition in the target states. It facilitated the development of a knowledgeable workforce capable of addressing nutrition issues more effectively. The program also catalysed new partnerships, expanding the network of support for future nutrition initiatives.

  The program faced logistical challenges, particularly in accommodation and security, which are planned to be addressed in future cohorts. Marketing strategies were also identified as an area needing improvement, especially in terms of timely website updates for promotion. The program recognized the need for more robust and long-term sponsorship strategies to ensure sustainability.

  • Reflecting on the program, the importance of logistical planning and effective marketing strategies for participant engagement became evident. It highlighted the necessity of aligning training content with participants’ existing knowledge levels to maximise learning outcomes.
  • The program underscored the critical role of financial sustainability through ongoing sponsorships and the need for consistent support services, like clinic facilities, to ensure participants’ well-being. These insights are invaluable for shaping future training programs and enhancing their impact.

This collaborative project is aimed at bridging the substantial knowledge gap in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers. The first cohort of trainees (August 28th – 7th September 2023) was specifically targeted at practitioners in Kano and Katsina states, regions with high rates of maternal morbidity and child malnutrition. The program’s design reflects a deep understanding of the local health and nutrition landscape and its specific challenges.

• Bridge knowledge gaps in nutrition among Nigerian health service providers.
• Enhance the capacity of local health workers for better nutrition outcomes.
• Foster new partnerships for future nutrition initiatives.
• Address maternal morbidity and child malnutrition effectively.

• Provide comprehensive theoretical education and practical training.
• Focus on breastfeeding, nutrition commodities, and malnutrition assessment.
• Empower health workers to positively impact their communities.
• Address logistical challenges and improve marketing strategies.

The training significantly raised awareness about maternal and child nutrition in the target states. It facilitated the development of a knowledgeable workforce capable of addressing nutrition issues more effectively. The program also catalysed new partnerships, expanding the network of support for future nutrition initiatives.

The program faced logistical challenges, particularly in accommodation and security, which are planned to be addressed in future cohorts. Marketing strategies were also identified as an area needing improvement, especially in terms of timely website updates for promotion. The program recognized the need for more robust and long-term sponsorship strategies to ensure sustainability.

• Reflecting on the program, the importance of logistical planning and effective marketing strategies for participant engagement became evident. It highlighted the necessity of aligning training content with participants’ existing knowledge levels to maximise learning outcomes.
• The program underscored the critical role of financial sustainability through ongoing sponsorships and the need for consistent support services, like clinic facilities, to ensure participants’ well-being. These insights are invaluable for shaping future training programs and enhancing their impact.

We will continue to improve training contents and delivery considering local contexts, practices, and the shared experiences of course participants.