In Baidoa, Somalia, traditional roles are shifting. ADIYUVA and its local partner GREDO are engaging fathers in early childhood nutrition programs, from preparing porridge to attending growth-monitoring clinics.
This inclusive approach has led to healthier babies and stronger family dynamics. Fathers now understand malnutrition not just as a “women’s issue,” but as a household emergency. “When I started feeding my daughter myself,” says 28-year-old Abdirashid, “she became more active, and I felt more connected.”