Causal nutrition framework is a concept that focuses on understanding the underlying causes of malnutrition and designing interventions to address those causes. It seeks to identify and target the underlying factors that contribute to malnutrition, rather than just addressing the symptoms or manifestations of malnutrition. The causal nutrition framework is rooted in the understanding that malnutrition is often the result of multiple and interconnected causes that go beyond inadequate food intake alone. The causal nutrition framework takes into consideration various determinants of malnutrition, including social, economic, cultural, environmental, and health-related factors. It recognizes that malnutrition can be caused by a complex interplay of factors, such as poverty, lack of access to nutritious foods, poor sanitation and hygiene, limited healthcare services, inadequate infant and young child feeding practices, and gender inequalities, among others. These factors often interact with...
IFC stands for the International Finance Corporation, which is a member of the World Bank Group. The IFC is a global development institution that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries with the goal of promoting sustainable economic development and poverty reduction. The IFC was established in 1956 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States. It focuses on supporting private sector businesses in developing countries through investments in various sectors, including manufacturing, agribusiness, infrastructure, financial services, and more. The IFC invests in private sector projects through equity, debt, and other financing instruments, and also provides technical assistance and advisory services to help businesses improve their operations, governance, and environmental and social sustainability. The IFC works with businesses in developing countries to help them create jobs, generate economic growth, and contribute to poverty r...