By Judy Hut | Executive Director
For our 12 elementary village schools, classes are out at the end of June. It has been a successful school year in Ouelessebougou. In addition to learning important skills like reading and writing, nearly 2,000 students received an education on proper nutrition this year. Studies show considerable evidence on the importance of primary education in creating a healthier generation free from the burdens of malnutrition. Hunger and ill-health in school-age children contribute to inefficency in school. Children with diminished cognitive abilites perform poorly and are more likely to drop out of school. There is also an increase in irregular school attendance of malnourished and unhealthy children.
Alliance teachers include nutrition training in the curriculum for all 12 village schools. An essential component is basic practices of proper nutrition including use of handwashing stations, healthy food choices and gardening principles. By educating a generation of primary age students, we believe there will be an increase of availability and consumption of nutritious and diverse diets. We know that teaching the children how to have a well-balanced diet and the means of how to grow nutiritious food, they will grow both mentally and physically stronger with increased opportunities for success.
Thank you for supporting our Nuturing Nutrition program! Because of our generosity, we can continue to provide this important education to hundreds of children. We are grateful to you and our continued support.
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