Nutrition Program of the NGO Misión Huascarán transforms lives in communities of Ancash, Peru

The nutrition program of the NGO Misión Huascarán has obtained outstanding achievements during the month of June, benefiting the communities of Amashca, Canchapampa, Congar, Huashcao, Pariacaca and Punyan in Áncash, Peru.

Through its tireless work, the program has had a positive impact on the quality of life of the population, providing comprehensive assistance in the area of nutrition and food security.

During the month of June, the nutrition program of the NGO Misión Huascarán has reached the following achievements:

• Home visit to 32 homes, providing personalized attention and nutritional advice.
• Production of 1,355 free-range eggs, contributing to the availability of protein-rich foods in the benefited communities.
• Preparation of 26,500 iron-enriched breads, promoting healthy and sustainable eating.
• Supervision of 25 family and school organic gardens, promoting the production of local fresh and nutritious food.
• Carrying out 2 tests for the diversification of bread rolls, seeking to innovate in nutritious and delicious food options.

In addition, as part of its commitment to food security, the NGO Misión Huascarán has received 2 tons of fish from Pesquera Diamante, benefiting more than 1,000 people from various communities This ensures greater availability of foods rich in omega-3 and essential nutrients.

“We are proud of the achievements made by our nutrition program in the month of June. These results demonstrate our continued commitment to the well-being of the Ancash communities. We will continue working tirelessly to improve food security and promote adequate nutrition in the region,” said Karina Flores, head of the nutrition program.

Misión Huascarán reaffirms its commitment to continue strengthening nutrition and food security programs in the rural communities of Ancash. For more information on the initiatives and achievements of the NGO, visit https://www.misionhuascaran.org.pe/programas/