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Writer's picturePiyush Sharma

Target 3.8: Financial Risk Protection and Essential Health Services for All

Updated: May 16

Achieve universal health coverage, including financial risk protection, access to quality essential health-care services and access to safe, effective, quality and affordable essential medicines and vaccines for all.


Project 1: Mobile Nutrition Clinics (MNCs)


Mobile Nutrition Clinics (MNCs)

  • Specific: Establish a fleet of 10 mobile clinics in a rural district with limited healthcare access.

  • Measurable: Track the number of individuals served by MNCs per month and the types of essential health services provided (e.g., malnutrition screenings, dietary consultations).

  • Achievable: Partner with existing healthcare providers and leverage mobile technology for data collection.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase the number of individuals receiving essential nutrition services by 20% within one year.

  • Time-Bound: Implement the project within 6 months and monitor results for 12 months.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Monitor the number of individuals served for essential nutrition services by MNCs.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in household expenditure on health due to increased access to free MNC services.


Project 2: School-Based Food and Nutrition Education Program


School-Based Food and Nutrition Education Program

  • Specific: Implement a food and nutrition education program in 50 primary schools across a region.

  • Measurable: Track the number of students participating in the program and assess their knowledge improvement through pre- and post-program quizzes.

  • Achievable: Partner with existing school infrastructure and train teachers to deliver the program.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase student knowledge of healthy eating habits by 30% within one school year.

  • Time-Bound: Develop the program curriculum within 3 months and implement it throughout the following academic year.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Track the number of students receiving essential nutrition education.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct a follow-up survey with parents to assess changes in household dietary choices and potential cost reductions.


Project 3: Telemedicine for Nutrition Counseling (TNC)


Telemedicine for Nutrition Counseling (TNC)

  • Specific: Establish a telemedicine platform connecting rural communities with qualified nutritionists.

  • Measurable: Track the number of consultations conducted through TNC and monitor patient satisfaction through surveys.

  • Achievable: Partner with existing telemedicine infrastructure and train nutritionists in remote consultation techniques.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase access to nutrition counseling services for residents in remote areas by 50% within one year.

  • Time-Bound: Develop the TNC platform within 4 months and launch services within the following 8 months.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Monitor the number of individuals receiving essential nutrition counseling via TNC.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct surveys with patients to assess potential reduction in transportation costs related to seeking in-person consultations.


Project 4: Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program


Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program

  • Specific: Establish a CSA program connecting 100 low-income families in a city with 10 local farms.

  • Measurable: Track the number of families enrolled, the amount and type of fresh produce distributed, and participant satisfaction.

  • Achievable: Partner with existing farmers markets and community organizations to manage logistics.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase access to fresh produce for low-income families by 75% within one year.

  • Time-Bound: Develop the CSA program structure within 2 months and launch the first season within 6 months.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Monitor the number of families receiving fresh produce through the CSA program.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in household expenditure on fresh fruits and vegetables.


Project 5: Mobile Food Bank Distribution


Mobile Food Bank Distribution

  • Specific: Launch a mobile food bank program with two vans serving five underserved neighborhoods weekly.

  • Measurable: Track the number of individuals served per week, the quantity and variety of food distributed, and client feedback.

  • Achievable: Partner with existing food banks and utilize volunteers for food distribution.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase access to free nutritious food for residents in underserved areas by 20% within one year.

  • Time-Bound: Secure funding and establish partnerships within 3 months, launch mobile food bank services within 6 months.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Monitor the number of individuals receiving food assistance through the mobile food bank program.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in household expenditure on groceries.


Project 6: Public Awareness Campaign for Healthy Eating


Public Awareness Campaign for Healthy Eating

  • Specific: Develop a public awareness campaign promoting healthy eating habits and portion control across various media platforms for a duration of 3 months.

  • Measurable: Track campaign reach through media impressions, website traffic, and social media engagement.

  • Achievable: Partner with nutrition experts and utilize cost-effective communication channels like radio and social media.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase public awareness of healthy eating practices by 15% within the campaign period.

  • Time-Bound: Develop campaign materials within 2 months and launch the campaign for 3 months.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Track the number of individuals exposed to the campaign messages through media monitoring and surveys.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct follow-up surveys to assess changes in self-reported eating habits and potential cost savings due to healthier food choices.


Project 7: Financial Assistance Program for Micronutrients


Financial Assistance Program for Micronutrients

  • Specific: Provide vouchers for essential vitamins and micronutrient supplements to 200 pregnant women in a specific region.

  • Measurable: Track the number of vouchers distributed and redeemed, monitor supplement intake through surveys.

  • Achievable: Partner with health clinics and pharmacies for program implementation.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase access to essential micronutrients for pregnant women by 80% within one year.

  • Time-Bound: Secure funding and establish partnerships within 2 months, launch the program within 4 months.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Monitor the number of pregnant women receiving essential micronutrients through the voucher program.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in household expenditure on micronutrients.


Project 8: Sustainable Agriculture Training for Farmers


Sustainable Agriculture Training for Farmers

  • Specific: Train 50 small-scale farmers in sustainable agriculture techniques to increase yield and reduce food waste.

  • Measurable: Track the number of farmers trained, monitor changes in farming practices and crop yields.

  • Achievable: Partner with agricultural extension services and experts in sustainable agriculture.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase crop yield by 10% and reduce food waste by 20% for participating farmers within one year.

  • Time-Bound: Develop training curriculum within 1 month, conduct training workshops within 3 months.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Monitor the number of farmers receiving training in sustainable agriculture practices.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in farm profitability and potential reduction in agricultural input costs.


Project 9: Food Waste Reduction Initiative


 Food Waste Reduction Initiative

  • Specific: Partner with 10 restaurants and 5 grocery stores to implement food waste reduction strategies.

  • Measurable: Track the amount of food waste diverted from landfills through composting or donation programs.

  • Achievable: Partner with existing composting facilities and food rescue organizations.

  • Result-Oriented: Reduce food waste by 30% in participating restaurants and grocery stores within one year.

  • Time-Bound: Develop a food waste reduction plan within 1 month, implement strategies within 3 months.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Monitor the amount of food waste diverted from landfills through the implemented strategies.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct surveys with participating businesses to assess potential cost savings from reduced food waste.


Project 10: Advocacy Campaign for Affordable Nutrition



  • Specific: Launch a campaign advocating for policy changes that promote affordable, nutritious food options (e.g., subsidies for fruits and vegetables, tax breaks for healthy groceries).

  • Measurable: Track media coverage, public engagement through petitions and online platforms, and progress on proposed policy changes.

  • Achievable: Partner with nutrition advocacy organizations, community groups, and potentially affected businesses.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase public awareness of the issue by 20% and secure support for at least one policy change within one year.

  • Time-Bound: Develop campaign materials within 2 months, launch the campaign for 6 months, and actively lobby policymakers throughout the year.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.8.1: Monitor the impact of the campaign on public knowledge and attitudes towards affordable nutrition.

  • 3.8.2: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in household expenditure on healthy food options, following any policy implementations.

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