Policy advocacy based on evidence can drive systemic change through supporting decision makers in recognizing and financing nutrition initiatives. In Vietnam, such efforts led to issuing a resolution by the National Assembly to implement nutrition initiatives within the National Targeted Program for ethnic minorities.

HealthBridge’s advocacy to preserve food markets in Hanoi, Vietnam is estimated to have protected walkable access to fresh and nutritious food for 2.5 million people. This outcome is also critical for creating an enabling environment where families can access affordable and nutritious food, especially those whose food baskets would otherwise shrink in both size and nutritional quality.

Our work supporting home gardening and promoting the consumption of local, micronutrient rich foods, has led to improved home gardening practices in remote communities and an increased consumption of diverse and nutritious foods among mothers and children.

Evidence-informed and culturally appropriate nutrition and food demonstration sessions in rural areas were well received by parents and caregivers, and contributed to increased nutrition knowledge, which equipped families with essential skills to improve Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices.

The ultimate impact of our work in nutrition and food security is more effective and sustainable programs and a deeper understanding of the factors that improve the nutrition and food security of people and communities living in vulnerable situations.

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