Emergency Nutrition Response in Amhara Region (2023–Present)
Since 2023, conflict and displacement in the Amhara Region have pushed thousands of children into acute malnutrition.
Wings of Healing launched an emergency nutrition response to provide lifesaving feeding, treatment, and care—restoring health and hope.
Wings of Healing responded by delivering continuous, lifesaving medical services to displaced and vulnerable communities—even under communication blackouts and severe supply shortages.
Every Child Deserves a Chance to Thrive.
Ongoing. Life-saving. Impact continues daily.
Why This Matters
Conflict disrupted:
- Food access
- Health services
- Care for mothers and children
Most affected:
- Under-five children
- Pregnant & lactating women (PLW)
What We Do
- Daily supervised feeding for MAM children
- Stabilization care for SAM cases
- Maternal nutrition support (CSB)
- Health worker training
- Nutrition and health education
What We Do
- Daily supervised feeding for MAM children
- Stabilization care for SAM cases
- Maternal nutrition support (CSB)
- Health worker training
- Nutrition and health education
Impact at a Glance
Stories of Hope and Recovery
Healing Through Nourishment
Children arrive weak and malnourished.
Through consistent feeding and care, they regain strength, weight, and energy.
A simple meal becomes a lifeline.
Community Transformation
The program goes beyond treatment:
- Caregivers learn proper feeding practices
- Health workers strengthen their nutrition skills
- Displaced women gain employment opportunities
From vulnerability to resilience—communities grow stronger.
News & Operational Updates
- Ongoing expansion of feeding services in high-need areas
- Continued support to internally displaced populations in Debre Birhan
- Strengthening of SAM stabilization centers in Wollo
- Increased community outreach and nutrition education activities
- Ongoing training of health workers to improve service quality
- Continuous monitoring and improvement of recovery outcomes
How the Program Works
Infographic Flow (Process Diagram):
Referral → Screening → Daily Feeding (MAM) → Stabilization Care (SAM) → Recovery → Follow-up
Program Highlights
- 2 SAM stabilization centers established in Wollo
- Daily supervised feeding model in Debre Birhan
- Integrated maternal nutrition support
- Strong link between community and facility-based care
Why This Program Works
- Onsite feeding ensures actual consumption
- Combines treatment, education, and care
- Links community-level and facility-based services
Community-driven and practical approach
Circular “Community → Care → Recovery → Resilience” loop
“Ongoing since 2023—saving lives, one child at a time.”
Contact
This program is ongoing. The need remains urgent.
With your support, we can:
- Reach more children
- Expand feeding and stabilization services
- Strengthen community resilience
- Prevent malnutrition before it becomes fatal
