The Nutrition and Food Security Alliance of Namibia (NAFSAN) is once again spearheading efforts to improve child nutrition with the launch of its latest breastfeeding survey. Building on last year’s focus on breastfeeding in the workplace and general workplace wellness, this year’s survey takes a broader look at breastfeeding experiences across Namibian society.
Ben Shernick, Director of NAFSAN, explained that the survey aims to capture perspectives from both women and men as partners, exploring diverse cultural practices, knowledge levels, and experiences related to breastfeeding. “Breastfeeding is crucial for children’s development, especially regarding the introduction of complementary foods after about six months of exclusive breastfeeding,” he said.
Over the next two weeks, the survey will be open to participants of all ages, including mothers, fathers, grandparents, and even young school children. The goal is to gain a comprehensive understanding of current breastfeeding knowledge and practices across the country.
“We want to know what support families need and who to support most effectively to ensure children get the best start in life,” Shernick added.
Those interested in participating can access the survey online at www.nafsan.org. NAFSAN encourages broad participation to build a strong foundation for improving child nutrition and health outcomes nationwide.
