Food Basket Foundation International: Profile, mission statement and activities

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Nutrition Science
• Community Development

Background:

• Established in 1988, the Food Basket Foundation International (FBFI) is an indigenous non-governmental organization (NGO).
• Founded by professionals in nutrition, medicine, social sciences, law, and agriculture.
• Recognized a critical gap between government program planning and implementation for basic needs and food security.

Purpose of the Study:

• To achieve sustainable nutrition security for low-income and vulnerable populations.
• To influence government policies and programs for grassroots development.
• To initiate and collaborate with community-based organizations for social and economic change.

Main Methods:

• Creating public awareness to advocate for policy changes.
• Cooperating with community-based organizations.
• Improving traditional systems for food and nutrition security.

Main Results:

• Bridging the gap in program planning and implementation for basic needs.
• Influencing government policies to sustain grassroots development.
• Facilitating social and economic changes through community engagement.

Conclusions:

• FBFI plays a vital role in enhancing nutrition security for vulnerable groups.
• Community-based approaches and policy influence are key to sustainable livelihoods.
• The organization's multidisciplinary foundation enables comprehensive solutions to food insecurity.