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Soil for Life Initiative 

The Soil for Life initiative, also known as Udongo Kwa Maisha (UKM), embodies Ndaloh Heritage Organisation's unwavering commitment to empowering communities through enhanced agricultural practices. This initiative aligns with our mission to foster sustainable food production and improve overall food security at the community level. Through a collaborative effort with Ndaloh Heritage Trust - Kenya, Soil for Life is honored to share its expertise in natural food growing, contributing to the holistic development of our partner communities.

 A Bottom-Up Approach to Maternal and Child Nutrition

​Ndaloh Heritage Trust adopts a bottom-up approach in educating expectant mothers and the broader community on the critical nutritional and developmental needs of children, particularly during the first 1,000 days—from conception to a child’s second birthday. This period is universally recognized as a crucial window for laying a strong foundation for a child’s physical, psychological, and emotional development.

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Integrating Sustainable Agriculture with Maternal and Child Health

Soil for Life's training program is instrumental in teaching expectant mothers and the wider community how to grow food naturally and sustainably. This training is integrated with Ndaloh’s core programs, which focus on the fundamentals of maternal, infant, and child nutrition and development. Beyond agricultural techniques, the initiative also equips beneficiaries with practical skills in child care, early childhood stimulation, and self-care, thereby contributing to the well-being of both mothers and children.

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