Policy and stakeholder analysis of infant and young child feeding programmes in Sri Lanka.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Infant and young child feeding practices (IYCF) play a critical role in growth and development of children. A favourable environment supported by appropriate policies and positive contributions from all stakeholders are prerequisites for achieving optimal IYCF practices. This study aimed to assess the IYCF-related policy environment and role of stakeholders in policy making in Sri Lanka, in order to identify opportunities to strengthen the policy environment to better support appropriate IYCF and reduce childhood malnutrition.

Methods

We mapped national level policy-related documents on IYCF, and conducted a stakeholder analysis of IYCF policy making. A matrix was designed to capture data from IYCF policy-related documents using a thematic approach. A narrative sy

SUBMITTER: Godakandage SSP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5496021 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature