health and nutrition
Strengthening health and nutrition systems
Strong health and nutrition systems are critical for child survival, growth, and development as well as for the well-being of mothers and vulnerable populations. Limited access to quality health services and inadequate nutrition practices increase the risk of preventable illness, malnutrition, and mortality, particularly in resource‑constrained and crisis‑affected settings.
By strengthening community‑based and primary health systems and promoting evidence‑based nutrition practices, we improve access to essential services and support sustainable improvements in health and nutrition outcomes.
our focus
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We support health systems at community level to improve access to quality, timely, and responsive services.
Strengthening linkages between communities and health facilities
Capacity building for community health workers and volunteers
Support for community‑level health outreach and referral systems
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We promote sustainable nutrition behaviour change through inclusive, peer‑driven approaches.
Implementation of the Care Group Model to promote sustained behaviour change
Nutrition education focused on maternal, infant, and young child feeding (MIYCF) practices
Peer‑to‑peer learning to improve coverage and community ownership
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We promote preventive health practices and improved care‑seeking behaviours at household and community levels.
Health education to improve timely and appropriate care‑seeking
Promotion of preventive health practices to reduce illness and nutrition‑related risks
How Health and Nutrition Intersect with Other Programmes
Health and nutrition outcomes are closely linked to WASH, child development, disaster response, economic empowerment and household resilience. By integrating nutrition and health interventions with broader community systems, we address the underlying causes of poor health and malnutrition and support long-term wellbeing and resilience.
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Impact Relief builds on 37 years of World Relief’s work in Malawi, delivering sustainable, locally driven solutions under Malawian leadership.