As reported by Helen Murphy in Devex, the fund is on a mission to fight malnutrition in women and children, aiming to raise $ 2 billion by 2030 to help 350 million people across 23 countries, mostly in Africa and Asia. The big players who involve are the Gates Foundation and the U.K.’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.
So far, UNICEF has raised $270 million and already started the initiatives like a $30 million matching fund in Ethiopia to tackle child malnutrition and boost immunization, writes Katrina Lane for Devex.
The fund isn’t just about money; it’s about smart coordination. It is expected global donors to work together and that resources go where they’re needed most. One exciting initiative is the introduction of multiple micronutrient supplements to replace the old iron-folic acid ones in improving maternal health and cutting down low birth weight — all for just $2.60 per pregnancy.
This fund is also a bit of a supply chain hero. During the global food crisis, it showed as security to ready-to-use therapeutic food, or RUTF. Evidence showed the feeding of 5 million children and avoiding any shortages for the first time.
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