Project Description
The CAtalyzing Strengthened policy aCtion for heAlthy Diets and resiliencE (CASCADE) project is responding to high malnutrition rates in Kenya and is strengthening implementation of nutrition related policies. The priority policy focus is the Kenya National Nutrition Action Plan which aims to accelerate and scale up efforts towards the elimination of malnutrition in Kenya in line with Kenya’s Vision 20301 and global Sustainable Development Goals. CASCADE also focuses on improving the implementation of the Agricultural Sector Transformation and Growth Strategy (2019-2029), which guides interventions that empower small scale farmers in sustainable production and market access. CASCADE seeks to improve the access and adoption of knowledge and skills for better agricultural practices for women small scale farmers by working with government actors to encourage innovative and sustainable food production techniques. CASCADE is prioritizing the Kenya National Food Fortification Strategic Plan to reduce the prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies. Overall, CASCADE seeks to strengthen county governments’ capacities to implement nutrition policies by enhancing multi-sectoral coordination, supporting allocation of nutrition resources in county action plans, and strengthening public-private partnerships for improved nutrition outcomes.