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About Us
1998
Who We Are
The Civil Society Organization Nutrition Alliance (CSONA) is a coalition of over 160 civil society organizations dedicated to ending malnutrition in Malawi. Our members include local and international NGOs who collaborate to advocate, educate, and drive action toward better nutrition outcomes at every level — community, district, national, and global.
As a trusted partner in Malawi’s development landscape, CSONA provides a platform for collective action, resource sharing, and stakeholder engagement to address the pressing nutrition challenges affecting our nation.
Our Mission
To coordinate efforts of civil society organizations in scaling up nutrition through advocacy and knowledge exchange for a healthy and productive Malawi.
Our Vision
A Malawi that recognizes, prioritizes, and promotes sustainable nutrition efforts for improved health and increased productivity.
Our Core Values
Collaboration
We believe in the power of teamwork and partnerships to achieve strategic goals.
Evidence-Based
Our advocacy and programming are informed by research and proven best practices
Transparency and Accountability
We are committed to openness and responsible stewardship of resources and actions.
Equality
We stand for every Malawian’s right to good nutrition and health.
Our Team
Meet Our Team
Behind CSONA’s impact is a dedicated team of passionate professionals, advisors, and volunteers who bring their expertise, energy, and commitment to advancing nutrition in Malawi.
Our leadership includes experienced advocates, researchers, program managers, and field coordinators working tirelessly to support our mission across Malawi’s districts.
Together, we are stronger in the fight against malnutrition!
What We Do
Policy & Budget Advocacy
We influence national and district policies to prioritize nutrition, ensuring increased allocation of resources toward combating malnutrition.
Citizen Engagement
We empower communities to hold duty-bearers accountable for nutrition and early childhood development services.
Food Systems Transformation
We advocate for sustainable and equitable food systems to ensure food security and healthy diets for all.
Combating Non-Communicable Diseases
We raise awareness on the link between nutrition and NCDs, promoting healthy diets and lifestyles.
Our Approach
We engage in:
Evidence-based Advocacy:
Strengthening policy through research and analysis.
Multi-stakeholder Collaboration:
Partnering with government, media, private sector, and international organizations.
Capacity Building:
Training civil society organizations to champion nutrition at the grassroots and national levels.
Community Participation:
Using tools like the Community Scorecard to amplify citizen voices in decision-making processes.
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