The Nutrition ECHO program is a virtual learning series designed to address the growing nutrition crisis in Sudan, brought on by the ongoing war. As malnutrition rates rise among vulnerable populations—especially children under five, pregnant women, adults with chronic diseases, and internally displaced persons (IDPs)—the need for trained healthcare providers has become urgent.
Through the renowned ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) model, this program bridges knowledge gaps by connecting Sudanese healthcare workers with local and global subject matter experts in nutrition and public health.
Purpose
To empower healthcare workers in Sudan with critical knowledge on nutrition-related topics amidst conflict and displacement, this webinar series will comprehensively explore the core components of an effective nutrition program.
Target Audience
Hospital Directors & Nutrition Activity Managers
General Practitioners
Pediatricians
Nurses
Community Health Workers
Nutritionists
Webinars details
Session Length: 60–90 minutes
Duration: 5 weeks (May 3 – May 31, 2025)
Day: Every Saturday
Time: 4:00 PM Sudan Time
Format: Virtual (Zoom) & On-Site at the Dr. Bushra Ibnauf Center, Port Sudan
Schedule
Date
Topic
May 3, 2025
Nutrition & Nutritional Assessment in Emergencies
May 10, 2025
Food Security & Nutritional Strategies
May 17, 2025
Medical and Nutritional Care of Acute Malnutrition (SAM, MAM)
May 24, 2025
Managing Complications of Severe Malnutrition
May 31, 2025
Monitoring and Evaluation of Nutritional Activities
