Tag: nutrition program
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BCA Advances Stunting Prevention for Sumatra Flood Victims
Overview: A Community-Driven Response to Flood Sequelae The recent floods in Sumatra have displaced thousands and disrupted daily life, but the broader impact extends beyond immediate shelter and relief. Recognizing that malnutrition and poor health can compound a disaster’s toll, Bank Central Asia (BCA) has stepped in with a focused initiative on stunting prevention. This…
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Indonesia’s Free Meal Program Cracks Under Poor Leadership and Public Health Strain
Overview: A Program in Crisis Indonesia’s flagship free meal program, launched in January 2025, has rapidly become a national controversy. The initiative, designed to feed low-income households and improve child nutrition, now stands accused of mismanagement, irregularities in distribution, and a growing wave of illness among beneficiaries. The situation has raised urgent questions about governance,…