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The 1,000 days between pregnancy and a child’s 2nd birthday set the foundation for all the days that follow.

We lead the fight to make health and well-being during the first 1,000 days a policy and funding priority.

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The Best Investment in Public Health? Nutrition

Few investments offer as high a return as nutrition. Ensuring that women and children receive adequate nutrition in the first 1,000 days—from pregnancy to a child’s second birthday—yields economic, social, and health benefits that far outweigh the cost. Prioritizing nutrition isn’t just a moral imperative—it’s a wise economic decision. That’s why we’re glad to see …

Why Anemia is Holding Women Back

This year, the world will come together to celebrate International Women’s Day under the theme: “For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” This year’s theme is a powerful call to action, urging us to unlock opportunities and champion a future where no one is left behind. At 1,000 Days, we believe achieving this vision starts with one fundamental …

National Nutrition Month: A Time to Connect

March is our favorite time of year: it’s National Nutrition Month®! At 1,000 Days, we believe that every family, everywhere deserves the opportunity to have a healthy 1,000-day window and beyond – and that starts with access to good nutrition. Decades of research has shown that nutrition plays a foundational role in a child’s development and …

RFP for Advocacy Advisor Consultant

Date of Issue: October 24, 2024 Anticipated Period of Performance: November 2024 – January 21, 2025 Proposals Due: November 8, 2024 The Consultant will assist on government and donor relations for the organization. Download the RFP