National Youth for Nutrition (Y4N) Project
Empowering young leaders across Nigeria to champion nutrition advocacy and improve nutrition outcomes in communities.
PROJECT SUMMARY
The National Youth for Nutrition (Y4N) Project mobilizes young leaders across Nigeria to become advocates for improved nutrition outcomes. The initiative builds the capacity of youth networks to promote nutrition awareness, influence policy discussions, and implement community driven nutrition interventions.
Through this project, a structured youth advocacy network was established across six states representing Nigeria’s geopolitical zones. The network empowers youth to lead nutrition campaigns, support community engagement efforts, and collaborate with key stakeholders working within the Scaling Up Nutrition Movement.
The project contributes to strengthening youth participation in nutrition governance and supports national efforts to address malnutrition.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
The project focuses on strengthening youth engagement in nutrition advocacy through three strategic priorities.
Establish a National Youth Network
Develop and institutionalize a SUN Civil Society Youth Network with representation across six states representing Nigeria’s geopolitical zones.
Build Youth Advocacy Capacity
Train and equip youth advocates with the knowledge and tools required to lead nutrition campaigns and community interventions.
Strengthen Partnerships
Promote collaboration between youth advocates and national SUN Movement partners to ensure coordinated and sustainable nutrition action.
States Where the Project Was Implemented
Visual Map of Nigeria highlighting states.
KEY PROJECT ACHIEVEMENTS
120 Youth Advocates Trained
Young leaders equipped with knowledge and advocacy tools to champion nutrition initiatives.
6 States Covered
Youth networks established across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.
20 Youth Advocates Per State
Each state network includes trained team leads and advocacy members.
National Recognition
Youth network integrated into national SUN Movement engagements and policy dialogues.