Ep 1: Africa’s nurturing care deficit –Why the Nurturing Care Framework matters for every child's

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If the old adage is true, “If we change the beginning of the story, we change the whole story, " a lot needs to be done to address Africa's nurturing care deficit and ensure that the future of children on the African continent is bright. The Nurturing Care Framework is a global strategy designed to ensure that every child has the chance to survive, grow, and reach their full potential. But despite this clear understanding, millions of children in Africa face significant barriers that prevent them from thriving.

To explore this complex issue, we're joined today by Patricia Martin-Wiesner a policy, organisational development, advocacy, and system’s strengthening expert specialising in rights-based governance to build human capital for sustainable development.

Discover how we can work together to bridge this critical gap and secure a brighter future for Africa’s children.





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Video clips:
-UNICEF Report | 23% of children in SA live in severe food poverty: Toby Fricker
https://youtu.be/Ug2_PGhtcBs?si=AVxnlAjq72ozctCv

-COP29 | Children across the globe hit by climate crisis
https://youtu.be/AqxK_icf6eo?si=xDdcN2gYUeD23lmd

·-Nurturing Care Program in Siaya - Part One
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EThtiAXnbXU




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4 Dec 2024 English South Africa Kids & Family · Government

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