Open Call: Strengthening Salt Iodization and Nutrition Programs (Kenya and USA)

Open Call: Strengthening Salt Iodization and Nutrition Programs (Kenya and USA) Deadline : 20-Mar-2026 UNICEF is inviting applications to support programs that improve iodine nutrition for children through advocacy, research, innovation, and strengthening national salt iodization systems. The initiative focuses on sustainable universal salt iodization, child nutrition, regulatory improvements, capacity building, and data-driven monitoring to ensure long-term nutrition outcomes. About the Program The UNICEF Iodine Nutrition Program aims to enhance child nutrition and prevent iodine deficiency by supporting national and global systems for universal salt iodization (USI) . The initiative integrates research, advocacy, innovation, and capacity building to improve iodine intake, equity, and compliance with nutrition standards. Key Objectives Improve infant and young child feeding practices Prevent and treat malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies Strengthen universal salt iodization systems and regulatory frameworks Support research, innovation, and knowledge dissemination on iodine nutrition Build capacity among program managers and policymakers Monitor equity gaps, household iodized salt coverage, and child iodine intake Focus Areas Infant and young child feeding and nutrition in emergencies Malnutrition prevention and treatment Micronutrient supplementation Advocacy and partnership coordination Research, innovation, and knowledge generation Monitoring and data systems, including sentinel site monitoring and digital tools Regulatory frameworks, quality assurance, and industry compliance Capacity building for national program managers and policymakers Expected Activities Develop and disseminate advocacy and knowledge products such as reports, technical briefs,