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WATCH: Exploring adolescent nutrition programming in Gujarat, India
Adolescence is a critical period for growth and development. Learn how adolescent nutrition is being prioritized and taught so adolescents can take charge of their own health and nutrition.
Posted on August 29, 2024
Adolescent nutrition in action
At schools across Gujarat, India, students are learning about an important topic in addition to their core subjects – adolescent nutrition.
Nutrition International supports the Department of Health and Family Welfare and the National Health Mission, Government of Gujarat, to strengthen adolescent nutrition programs in the state. With funding from Comic Relief USA, activities support the Anaemia Free India program, nutri-smart schools, and strengthen services of adolescent health and wellness days.
Meet Ansuya – a grade 9 student and program leader – and understand the power of adolescent nutrition programming in action.
Learn more about Nutrition International’s work in India.