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.

Mar 13 2023

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'First do no harm' overlooked: Video summary

New Alive & Thrive research shows that country-level clinical guidance for the care of newborns of mothers with COVID-19 was poorly aligned with WHO's guidance. This short video summarizes key points from the research.

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Jan 12 2023

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VIDEO: An introduction to Workplace Lactation Support programs

Some mothers who would like to continue breastfeeding are forced to stop so that they can return to work. Workplace Lactation Support programs are an effective way to address this problem.

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Oct 28 2020

An overview of Alive & Thrive's implementation research

Alive & Thrive's implementation research spans its program areas, seeking to answer "how" to implement effective interventions and policies. Active studies are detailed in the attached documents.

Report

Feb 27 2015

Engaging the Private Sector to Improve Access to Fortified Complementary Foods: Moving from the “If” to the “How”

Examines private sector engagement in improving access to fortified complementary foods for children 6‒24 months of age.

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Dec 17 2014

Engaging the Private Sector to Reduce Stunting in Bangladesh, Ethiopia, and Viet Nam

Summarizes Alive & Thrive’s experience in engaging the private sector to increase supply, demand, and use of fortified complementary foods and products.

 
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