akrsp.org.pk

Health & Nutrition

Health and Nutrition

Fostering social and behavioural change in maternal and child health, nutrition, and the physical and mental development of adolescents, in collaboration with government institutions and civil society.

Key Intervention Areas

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Promoting social and behavioural changes for improved maternal, child health, and immunization
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Establishing Adolescent Friendly Centres (AFCs) to impart essential life skills to adolescents
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Promoting public health
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Enhancing the capacities of Lady Health Workers (LHWs) & Other health workers associated with the healthcare system

Key Achievements

AKRSP leverages its extensive experience in community mobilisation to bridge critical gaps and expand the reach of health and nutrition initiatives in underserved areas. Through targeted interventions, it supports efforts to improve immunisation coverage, promote better nutrition, and enhance access to essential healthcare services. By collaborating with other AKDN agencies and government departments, AKRSP ensures that interventions are responsive to community needs, fostering a comprehensive support system that strengthens health outcomes, builds resilience, and addresses systemic challenges in service delivery.
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40,731

Reached/Benefited from health and nutrition progarmmes

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1,048

Healthcare Professionals & Facilitators Trained

356

Adolescent Friendly Spaces (AFSs)

12,000

Adolescents Enrolled in AFSs

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13,383

Adolescents and caregivers Reached Through Mental Health Sessions

6,200

Reached through Reproductive Health Sessions

vaccination

8,100

Caregivers Reached Under Immunisation Campaigns

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