01Nov 2025 by admin0871
USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) Anthropometric Study​

USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) Anthropometric Study​

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case study USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) Anthropometric Study Study Design: Cross-sectional anthropometric and dietary diversity study.Population:  Caregivers and Children 0-23 months in 4 districts in Zambezia Province, Mozambique. Sample size & Sampling: 1,073 children 0-23 months surveyed for anthropometric measurements and 583 caregivers of children 6-23 months for the dietary diversity questionnaire.Key Results: The overall prevalence of stunting in the sample is classified as very high at 38.3%.  Stunting prevalence for boys was higher than girls at 46.3% for boys compared to 30.6% for girls.  Already in the first age group of 0-5 months, 26.3% of children were stunted.  Overall minimum acceptable diet, which combines both meal frequency and dietary diversity, is 20.1%.Study Successes: We achieved a score of “excellent” on the ENA data quality score for anthropometric measurements. …
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01Nov 2025 by admin0871
Organizational Capacity Assessments with Local Organizations for ChildFund

Organizational Capacity Assessments with Local Organizations for ChildFund

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case study Organizational Capacity Assessments with Local Organizations for ChildFund Assessment Design: OCA assessment looking at 9 categories of organizational capacity for three local organizations in Maputo, Inhambane and Nampula Provinces Organizational Capacity Categories: Identity and constituency; Governance and leadership; Structures and systems (including financial management, procurement, human resources, security management); Resource Management; Monitoring and Evaluation; Implementation and Learning; Participation and Protection; Working with Partners; Communication and Media. Key Results: All three organizations demonstrated strong community engagement, commitment to beneficiary protection, and effective collaboration with partners. Four indicators—sustainability, security policy, risk management, and communication policy—emerged as common priorities across all partners. Additional shared gaps included salary structure alignment, feedback and information-sharing mechanisms, and basic safety equipment, prioritized by at least two organizations. These areas reflect the collective need to strengthen…
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01Nov 2025 by admin0871

Mid Term evaluation of Occupational Health Screenings for Health Workers in Gaza Province, Mozambique

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case study Mid Term evaluation of Occupational Health Screenings for Health Workers in Gaza Province, Mozambique Study Design: Cross sectional qualitative studyPopulation: Health care workers in six districts of Gaza Province, members of occupational health screening teams and district, provincial and national health officials.Sample size & Sampling: 66 healthcare workers, 11 members of the screening teams and 9 government officials were purposively sampled for individual interviews.Key Results: The project aligned strongly with health worker needs and MISAU priorities, earning praise from national and provincial authorities as a "game changer" for occupational health. High participation (79% coverage), appreciation for confidentiality and mental health services, and new epidemiological data were the project successes.  National and provincial stakeholders, reported that continuation and nationwide scale-up require a more affordable model, and a key recommendation…
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01Jun 2024 by admin0871

Growing Pains: Assessing Childhood Adversity in Mozambique

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Growing Pains: Assessing Childhood Adversity in Mozambique Special Study Report – USAID | MSI / Tetra TechThis special study investigates the prevalence, types, and effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) among young people aged 18–24 in Mozambique. The report explores how childhood adversity impacts health, education, risk behaviors, and coping mechanisms, providing critical evidence to inform child protection and youth programming.Short abstract:The study provides evidence on how adverse childhood experiences shape risk behavior, mental health, social relationships, and long-term wellbeing among young adults in Mozambique. It highlights the correlation between early adversity and outcomes such as IPV, substance use, school dropout, and HIV risk.Report Structure: (Background; Study Questions; Justification; Methodology; Results; Life Stories; Discussion; Recommendations; and Annexes).Key Recommendations:Address Childhood Adversity and the Lack of Protection of Children Include Trauma-Sensitive Components Into…
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