NHAFN’s Strategic Focus

Child and maternal health are critical areas of concern in Nepal, with significant challenges
affecting the well-being of mothers and children. Despite progress in some areas, the country
faces persistent issues that require focused interventions. NHAFN is dedicated to improving
child and maternal health through targeted programs and advocacy.

Key Issues in Child Health

• Infant Mortality: Nepal’s infant mortality rate stands at approximately 30 deaths per 1,000 live
  births, higher than the global average of 28 deaths per 1,000 live births (World Bank, 2023).
• Malnutrition: Around 36% of children under five are stunted due to chronic malnutrition, and
  10% are wasted (UNICEF, 2022).
• Vaccination Coverage: While vaccination coverage has improved, 8% of children remain
  unvaccinated against key diseases like measles (WHO, 2023).

Key Issues in Maternal Health

• Maternal Mortality: The maternal mortality ratio in Nepal is about 186 deaths per 100,000 live
  births, significantly higher than the global target of under 70 deaths per 100,000 live births
  (UNFPA, 2023).
• Antenatal Care: Only 63% of pregnant women receive the recommended four or more
  antenatal care visits, impacting the detection and management of complications (Nepal Health
  Sector Strategy, 2022).
• Skilled Birth Attendance: Approximately 60% of births are attended by skilled health
  personnel, with rural areas experiencing lower coverage (Nepal Demographic and Health
  Survey, 2022).

NHAFN’s Strategic Interventions

1. Improving Child Health

• Nutritional Programs: NHAFN implements feeding programs and nutritional education to
  combat malnutrition. Our initiatives aims to cover hundreds of children annually, providing vital
  support for growth and development.
• Vaccination Drives: We organize vaccination campaigns to increase coverage and prevent
  outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases in close collaboration with government agencies.
  These campaigns aim to successfully immunize over hundreds of children every year.

1. Enhancing Maternal Health

• Antenatal Care Services: NHAFN provides comprehensive antenatal care through mobile
  clinics and health camps, increasing access for pregnant women in remote areas. We aim to
  facilitate over thousands of antenatal check-ups every year.
• Skilled Birth Attendance: Our programs focus on training and deploying skilled birth
  attendants to improve delivery outcomes. We support over a hundred births annually with
  trained personnel.

1. Advocacy and Policy Development

• Policy Advocacy: NHAFN advocates for stronger maternal and child health policies,
  including improved healthcare infrastructure and increased funding for health services.
• Community Engagement: We work with local communities to promote healthy practices,
  increase awareness, and encourage the utilization of available health services.

How You Can Support

• Donate: Contributions fund essential programs such as nutritional support, vaccination drives,
  and antenatal care services.
• Volunteer: Get involved with NHAFN’s health camps and educational initiatives to directly
  support maternal and child health efforts.
• Partner: Collaborate with us to enhance our programs and expand our reach, helping more
  communities benefit from improved health services.

Conclusion

Addressing child and maternal health challenges in Nepal is crucial for building a healthier
future. NHAFN is committed to tackling these issues through targeted programs and advocacy.
Join us in our mission to improve health outcomes for mothers and children across Nepal.