Study on Nutrition Determinants and Strategies in the North-East of India
PROJECT LEAD
Aarushi Bhatnagara
DURATION
September 2018 - November 2018
PLACE(S)
Nagaland
FUNDER
World Bank
PARTNER INSTITUTIONS
Oxford Policy Management, The Highland Institute
PROJECT STATUS
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Overview
Through the agency of Oxford Policy Management, researchers from The Highland Institute were engaged as consultants in a World Bank-funded study on primary determinants of health and nutrition status and outcomes in Nagaland. The target groups for the project were pregnant mothers and mothers with children less than 2 years of age and the focus was on health and nutrition services received and nutrition intake of women during and after pregnancy, as well as on child health and nutrition. The team also investigated changes in service delivery, functionality of health committees and satisfaction with health services in the implementation of the Community Action for Health and Nutrition (CAHN) component of the Nagaland Health Project.
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Objectives
The project aimed to improve understanding of the key determinants of nutrition and health outcomes in Nagaland, particularly at the community level, while identifying critical gaps and barriers in maternal and child health services among underserved populations. It sought to generate evidence-based, context-specific strategies to strengthen grassroots interventions, support cross-sectoral approaches to address malnutrition, and build local capacity through training, community engagement, and improved coordination. Additionally, the project aimed to enhance knowledge, awareness, and practices related to nutrition among women, children, and other vulnerable groups.
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Research Themes
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Methodology / Research Approach
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Activities
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Outcomes
The project contributed to strengthening the underlying determinants of nutrition and health by improving community access to knowledge, services, and coordinated support systems. It supported positive behavioural changes related to maternal and child health and nutrition practices, while enhancing local capacity and stakeholder engagement at the community level. In line with evidence-based development approaches, the initiative generated context-specific insights to inform interventions and contributed to improved coordination across sectors, laying the foundation for more sustainable and measurable improvements in nutrition outcomes over time.
Research Team
The Institute outsourced 40 local researchers. Michael Heneise worked as the Research Coordinator
Partner Institutions
Oxford Policy Management, The Highland Institute
Participants / Communities
pregnant mothers and mothers with children less than 2 years of age
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Knowledge Records from this Project
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Publications
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Sources and References
- The Highland Institute, THI Project List.
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