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The gender nutrition gap is the way in which women and girls’ unique biological needs, disparities in access to food & services and harmful social norms have a bearing on their health and economic outcomes. It’s complicated. Yes, it’s about food and nutrition but it’s also about biological needs and cultural & social norms. It’s about poverty, government priorities and a lack of political will. Much like the pay, digital, data, education, and health gender gaps, it’s about systemic failures and how one gap creates many. It’s about feminism, rights and conflict. It’s about the climate crisis, justice and freedom. But it’s also simple. It’s about nutritious food and who eats last, least and worst. It’s about feeling depressed and exhausted. It’s about painful periods and being low on iron. It’s about mother’s sacrificing when food is limited. It’s about a lack of equality in household finances, decisions and expectations. It’s about girls not being able to concentrate at school and a 10% reduction in life time earnings. It’s devastating. It’s about 1 billion women and girls worldwide facing undernutrition. It’s about their suffering and death. It’s about dangerous consequences for the health of mothers and babies and an increased risk of haemorrhaging during childbirth. It’s about wellbeing and quality of life. It’s about the 150 million more women and girls who are hungry compared to men and boys. But it’s also preventable. It’s about dedicated budgets from governments and specific nutrition policies. It’s about the allyship of men and equal political power. It’s about changing our beliefs about the role of women and girls. It’s about accountability.
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https://gendernutritiongap.org
The Gender Nutrition Gap的外部链接
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- 非盈利组织
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- 非营利机构
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Investing in #nutrition services is not only the right thing to do morally; it also makes financial sense. Every dollar invested can yield returns between $4 and $35, making it one of the health interventions with the highest return on investment (ROI). For instance, a $1 investment in breastfeeding initiatives can generate an impressive $35 in economic benefits, particularly in lower and middle-income countries. Let’s come together to expand the coverage of essential nutrition actions, focusing on women and girls who are often overlooked, especially in emergency and fragile settings. It’s a win-win for everyone! #InvestInNutrition #HealthcareForAll ?????????? #N4GParis #N4G2025 #InvestinNutrition
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On #WorldPrematurityDay, we honor the strength of premature babies and advocate for universal access to quality prenatal care. Here’s a powerful fact: Micronutrient supplementation and maternal health are directly linked to better outcomes for mothers and babies. Ensuring access to proper nutrition before and during pregnancy is essential to reducing premature births and improving child health outcomes worldwide. It’s all about mothers and babies—ensuring every mother gets the care and support needed for a healthy pregnancy and a healthier future for the child. #GenderNutritionGap #WorldPrematurityDay2024 #BornTooSoon #WPD2024
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If you’re attending #COP29, don’t miss our side event next week! Join us and the #SRHR and Climate Justice Coalition for the session: “Climate, Gender and Health: Essentials for Resilient Communities.” The event will center on the critical review of the Gender Action Plan (GAP) and its significance for the implementation of various intersecting areas, particularly in health, including Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). ?? 20 November ??11:30 AM - 1:00 PM ??Side Event 8, Blue Zone Hear insights from experts, including Eleanor Blomstrom from Women Deliver, working at the intersection of gender, health, and climate. Asian-Pacific Resource & Research Centre for Women (ARROW) Sex & Samfund / Danish Family Planning Association OUT for Sustainability
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USAID Chief Nutritionist Dr. patrick webb shared a clear message at #Together4Nutrition: we all have multiple parts to play in ending malnutrition, and we all need to play those parts. With climate change threatening food security and worsening malnutrition worldwide, #COP29 marks a pivotal moment for bold action from all players - country governments, philanthropies, and multilateral agencies. The momentum exists, it's time to deliver impact. Listen to his powerful message. ??
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As leaders gather at #COP29 for critical discussions, the world must recognize how #climatechange drives #nutrition insecurity, with rural women and children suffering the most ???????. Integrated solutions are crucial to protect food systems and build resilience against climate impacts. Join us to #PowerTheChange ???? ?? https://lnkd.in/dqS4FQHy
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Gender equality is key to improving nutrition outcomes. When women have equal access to income, education, and decision-making, they are better equipped to improve their families’ health and nutrition. Studies show women reinvest up to 90% of their income into family welfare. Empowering women nutritionally is essential for breaking the cycle of malnutrition. Take action to close the #GenderNutritionGap: gendernutritiongap.org
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"The fight for global #nutrition is a fight for #genderequality. It will be impossible to achieve one without the other.” Join us, UNICEF, UN Women, Stronger Foundations for Nutrition and more partners in calling for action. When we prioritize nutrition, we’re not just addressing health; we’re enabling futures. ?? Support our message and #PowertheChange ????https://bit.ly/3XNkgrp
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Anemia disproportionately affects women and children, with around 1 in 3 women of reproductive age being affected worldwide. Q: What are the impacts of anemia on women? A: Anemia can lead to severe fatigue, weakened immunity, and complications during pregnancy, jeopardizing both maternal and child health. Additionally, the condition can hinder women's ability to participate fully in the workforce, limiting their economic opportunities and contributing to cycles of poverty. We must advocate for better access to iron-rich foods, supplements, health care and nutritional education. Together, we can make a difference in combating anemia and promoting healthier communities. #GenderNutritionGap #AnemiaAwareness #WomenEmpowerment #NutritionMatters
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?? Mark your calendar for an upcoming webinar series on driving impactful action on global nutrition hosted by World Health Organization, UNICEF and Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement! 2025 marks a landmark year for nutrition with pivotal global events, including the Paris Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit and the SUN Global Gathering. This webinar series will explore how to accelerate progress in health, food, and social protection systems to reach the Global Nutrition Targets by 2025—and set a strong foundation for 2030. ?? ? Webinar Schedule Highlights: 18 Nov: Addressing all forms of malnutrition 19 Nov: Focus on wasting and anemia reduction 20 Nov: Low birth weight and exclusive breastfeeding 21 Nov: Tackling stunting and childhood overweight Each session will focus on critical interventions, showcasing best practices from around the world to combat malnutrition in all its forms. High-level discussions with UN officials, country representatives, and civil society leaders will tackle pressing issues, from reducing anemia to increasing exclusive breastfeeding rates. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/d4ZcXkSu #NutritionForGrowth #PublicHealth #GlobalNutritionTargets #First1000Days #HealthEquity #N4GParis #Breastfeeding #Nutrition #GenderNutritionGap
Webinar series - Accelerating Progress for 2025 and Beyond: Improving nutrition through bold action in health, food and social protection systems
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