Report

Nov 20 2023

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Policy Report - Health Insurance Coverage for Pasteurized Donor Human Milk

Using pasteurized donor human milk to treat preterm, low birthweight, and sick infants has significantly reduced the incidence of necrotizing enterocolitis and other serious neonatal illnesses when compared to using formula milk, a new policy report published by Alive & Thrive found.

Toolkit

Oct 13 2023

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Toolkit to support breastfeeding women in the workplace

This toolkit is intended as a reference guide for employers and all those dedicated to creating breastfeeding-friendly workplaces in Viet Nam.

Report

Jul 28 2023

Maternity Protection Policy Expansion for Female Workers in Informal Sector in Viet Nam

In Viet Nam, 50% of children are born to a mother who is not entitled to paid maternity leave, largely because female workers in the informal sector are excluded from these policies. Alive & Thrive has collaborated with SUN CSA Viet Nam to advocate for the expansion of maternity entitlements to the informal sector in Viet Nam.

Toolkit

Dec 03 2020

Workplace lactation support programme in Myanmar

Breastfeeding is a powerful weapon in the fight to ensure every child has the best possible start to life, but mothers need access to accurate information and timely support from their family and community; the healthcare system; and their employers.

Toolkit

Apr 04 2020

Toolkit: Workplace Lactation Support Program

Information and practical guidance for institutions, companies, and other organizations interested in implementing policies and interventions to support lactation in the workplace.

Toolkit

Dec 09 2016

Guidance on Effective Nutrition Advocacy

Strategic and well-coordinated advocacy is essential to improve nutrition at scale. Recent efforts in countries throughout Southeast Asia have generated regional momentum and resulted in stronger nutrition policies and programs.

 
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