Project Goal

To assess the micronutrient status and dietary intake of WRA 15–49 years, including pregnant and lactating women and children 6–59 months as well as the micronutrient status of non-pregnant adolescent girls age 10–14 years and to identify key factors associated with poor nutrition in these populations. The information generated will provide a foundation for the formulation of evidence-informed policies and programs.

Expected outcomes

• Survey protocol including timelines, questionnaires, and standard operation procedures (SOPs) finalized and available
• Ethical clearance obtained
• Survey questionnaire and other tools tested and validated
• Data collection teams for the survey trained
• Field data collection conducted, and biological samples shipped
• Report of the survey available

Project locations

Nigeria: North East, North West, North Central, South West, South East and South South