Project Description
The CAtalyzing Strengthened policy aCtion for heAlthy Diets and resiliencE (CASCADE) focuses on improving nutrition and food security by promoting healthier diets through multisectoral collaboration and evidence- based food and nutrition-related policies. It aligns with the Seqota Declaration, a 2015 government initiative aimed at ending stunting in children under two by 2030, with a vision for Ethiopian children being free from malnutrition. The project emphasizes aligning policies across sectors like health, agriculture, and social protection. CASCADE targets community empowerment, improved food supply chains, gender equity, and strengthening institutional capacities to support food and nutrition strategy goals.
Given the security risks in the area, the program has adapted to ensure implementation stays on course.
It leverages engagement with government officials, community leaders, volunteers, influential stakeholders, and community-based organizations. This is done through virtual platforms, using CARE’s existing relationships with community representatives and volunteers, and fostering consistent communication and close collaboration with communities and government partners. CASCADE collaborates with Right to Grow that builds coalitions of civil society organizations, shares security updates, and collaborates on data management systems for evidenced-based decision making. CASCADE collaborates with other organizations including the MAX Foundation, UNICEF, and the Organization for Relief and Development of Amhara.