Nutrition Initiatives
Implementing Lifesaving and Preventive Nutrition Programs Across Somalia
SEDHURO implements lifesaving and preventive nutrition programmes across Somalia, targeting malnourished children, pregnant and lactating women, and vulnerable households affected by conflict, drought, and displacement. Through partnerships with UNICEF, WFP, SHF and local health authorities, SEDHURO delivers essential nutrition services that reduce acute malnutrition, strengthen community awareness, and improve long-term health outcomes.
In Partnership With: UNICEF • World Food Programme (WFP) • Somalia Humanitarian Fund (SHF) • Local Health Authorities
Our Nutrition Services
Malnutrition Management
Therapeutic and supplementary feeding programs for children with SAM and MAM
IYCF Support
Breastfeeding counseling and complementary feeding education
Screening & Outreach
MUAC screenings and household nutrition assessments
Micronutrients
Vitamin A, deworming, and iron supplementation
Health Integration
Combined nutrition, health, and WASH services
Capacity Building
Training community volunteers and health workers
Management of Acute Malnutrition
Comprehensive Treatment Programs
- Outpatient Therapeutic Programmes (OTP) for Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM)
- Supplementary Feeding Programmes (SFP) for Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM)
- Stabilization Center referrals for SAM with complications
- Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) distribution
Infant & Young Child Feeding (IYCF) Support
Community-Based Support
- Mother-to-Mother support groups
- Breastfeeding counselling and awareness
- Complementary feeding education
- Community sessions on hygiene, nutrition, and safe food preparation
Nutrition Screening & Community Outreach
Early Detection & Intervention
- MUAC screenings for children and pregnant/lactating women
- Household-level nutrition assessments
- Community mobilization to improve service uptake
- Referral of at-risk children to OTP, SC, or SFP sites
Micronutrient Supplementation & Preventive Services
Essential Supplements
- Vitamin A supplementation
- Deworming for children
- Iron and folate for pregnant women
- Support to routine immunization campaigns
Integration of Nutrition, Health & WASH
SEDHURO strengthens nutrition impact through integrated nutrition and primary health services, safe water and hygiene promotion, and disease prevention activities including AWD/cholera prevention. This holistic approach ensures maximum impact on community health and nutrition outcomes.
Capacity Building & System Strengthening
Sustainable Service Delivery
- Training community nutrition volunteers
- Strengthening IMAM and HMIS reporting
- Supporting supply chain management of nutrition commodities
- Collaborating with district health authorities and community structures
Creating Lasting Impact
Through comprehensive nutrition programs, community engagement, and strategic partnerships, SEDHURO is reducing malnutrition rates, saving lives, and building healthier, more resilient communities across Somalia. Our integrated approach ensures that vulnerable populations receive the nutrition support they need to thrive.