Toolbox
Measuring and interpreting malnutrition
Summary |
The training covers the general concepts of nutrition, anthropometric surveys and analysis. It also covers practical aspects related to surveys as well as data analysis (including a session on software for anthropometry analysis). This training will provide the Direction des Prévisions et des Statistiques Agricoles (DGPSA) analysts with knowledge and skills in nutritional assessment and analysis in order to be able to produce comprehensive analyses of vulnerability and food security. It is organized by FAO in collaboration with IRD (Institut de Recherche pour le Développement) and the Department of Nutrition at the Ministry of Health of Burkina Faso. |
Target Audience |
DGPSA analysts |
Topic |
Nutrition |
Objectives |
Build capacity in nutrition analysis in Burkina Faso's food security information system
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Contacts |
DGPSA |
Links |
Food Security Information System for Burkina Faso Documents (in French) From Agriculture to Nutrition: Pathways, Synergies, and Outcomes Introduction Générale: Evaluation et Analyse de l’Etat Nutritionnel des Populations Les principaux types de malnutrition et les déficiences en micronutriments Les indicateurs de mesure de la malnutrition et de l’accès a l’alimentation Quizz des mesures anthropométriques Les indices anthropométriques: Construction, enjeux et analyse statistique Programmes de lutte contre les Programmes de lutte contre les Problèmes Nutritionnels Interventions, programmes et politiques à visée nutritionnelle |