Nutrition Foundation Of India

The program was launched by the Nutrition Foundation of India in 1985, dedicated to conducting comprehensive studies aimed at understanding the scope and underlying factors contributing to significant nutritional challenges, particularly among children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. Through meticulous research efforts, the foundation has been actively investigating the magnitude and determinants of these nutritional issues, striving to identify effective interventions and strategies to address them. Since its inception, the Nutrition Research Initiative has played a crucial role in advancing knowledge and advocating for improved nutritional outcomes for vulnerable populations across India.

The initiative implemented by the Nutrition Foundation of India (NFI), encompasses various activities aimed at capacity building and knowledge dissemination in the field of public health nutrition. Through internship programs, the NFI offers training opportunities to MSc Home Science, MPH, MD Community Medicine, and MD Community Health Administration students, providing them with hands-on experience and exposure to real-world public health nutrition challenges. Additionally, the foundation organizes study circle lectures, symposia, and workshops, serving as platforms to update the knowledge and skills of nutritionists and health professionals on recent advances in nutrition science. These efforts contribute significantly to enhancing the competency and effectiveness of professionals working in the field of nutrition and public health, ultimately benefiting communities nationwide.