Nutrition Links Project in Ghana

Nutrition LINKS Project in Ghana (2013–2018)

World Vision was a partner in the multi-sectoral, five-year Nutrition Links project, which aimed to improve food security, dietary quality and the nutritional status of women and children under 5, while also supporting the diversification of livelihoods in rural areas of the Upper Manya Krobo District in Ghana.

The project brought together a range of partners, including McGill University, the University of Ghana, Heifer International, Farm Radio International, Population Council, Ghana Health Service, with funding from Global Affairs Canada. 

The Upper Manya Krobo District, with a population of approximately 75,000, is geographically isolated and underserved. Most roads are unpaved, making access difficult, particularly during the two rainy seasons. The district faces high rates of anaemia and stunting  among young children and women of reproductive age. 

To address these challenges, the project implemented integrated agriculture-nutrition interventions. It provided training in health, nutrition, agriculture, gender equity, and financial literacy, while fostering collaboration across sectors. This approach aimed to strengthen district-level capacity in nutrition and to evaluate integrated intervention packages that combine agriculture, health, and social components to improve food security and nutritional outcomes.