SOMALI NUTRITION STRATEGY 2011 – 2013 - ReliefWeb

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The logical framework defining goal, outcomes, outputs and activities and associated indicators
for monitoring progress is included in annex 1. In addition, a results-based matrix detailing the
activities, responsible agencies and time frame for action will be developed. Due to constraints
to rapid scale up of interventions (restrictions in access, logistic, human and financial resources)
a phased approach to implementation is proposed. Activities for the first year (phase 1) will be
focused on the adaption and standardisation of tools, training and strengthening of structures and
mechanisms in preparation for delivery of interventions in Phase 2. In this way, achievements
of the first year will build the foundation for subsequent years. In view of the different context
and challenges of the three zones, implementation of proposed activities will also be phased by
geographical location, depending on access, capacity and resources available.
4.1 Opportunities
Restricted access, poor infrastructure and
limited means in the face of huge needs
means innovative ways of intervening
in Somalia are called for. Opportunities
arise from existing structures, pilots and
programmes which provide entry points for
strengthening, scaling up and delivering
complementary essential activities. These
opportunity areas are summarised below
with more detail found in Table 2 of the
situational analysis.
• The strength and funding of existing
nutrition programmes which provide
existing structures through which to
OTP nurse explaining healthy messages to OTP
attendants, Baadbuke OTP site Save the Children
deliver essential complementary services (deworming, immunisation, promotion of good
hygiene) thereby maximising the potential benefit of nutritional input
• Existing and upcoming interventions and programmes through which quality nutrition activities
can be delivered • Accelerated Young Child Survival (AYCS) initiative Child Health Days,
GAVI Health System Strengthening (HSS) funded Female Community-based Health Workers
& Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) strategy
• Pilot of new interventions with possibilities for scale up – FAO Trials of Improved Practices,
Plumpy doz for prevention of moderate malnutrition
• Globally accepted guidelines and proven effective interventions that can be adapted to the
Somali context
• WHO community based initiatives (CBI) like Basic Development Needs (BDN) and Healthy
City Initiatives – community structures already in place as the basis for community based
interventions.
• Mosques and schools provide existing community structures for innovative delivery of
population based interventions such as deworming, micronutrient supplementation and
nutrition education.