PROJECT UPDATES

Be The Reason Someone Smiles Today

A stirring display of Philanthropy, we have received a donation of $800 from Ms Faezeh Henriksen, this donation has just brought great hope to our beneficiaries of the Nourishing Minds in Kuchata Village, Lilongwe Malawi. The generous donation comes at a critical time when many of the beneficiaries and community members face severe hardships due to poverty.
She witnessed the first-hand experience of the harsh conditions Under which the people in rural Malawi live in. The struggle to get the basic needs, and meals. Her donation will go a long way in supporting Thanzi265’s mission to reduce poverty, and malnutrition and improve the quality of life for communities.
This Act of giving will not only provide immediate relief to our beneficiaries but also will inspire others.
Thanzi265 will ensure that every dollar is put to good use and hope to those who need it most. We are extending the invitation to others to follow Ms Faezeh’s footsteps and contribute to this cause of fighting hunger, poverty, and malnutrition.
We can make a difference in the lives of marginalized communities and build a brighter future for ALL

Kuchata Villagers Joins Thanzi265’s Nourishing Mind Project to Improve Child Health and Education

We are pleased to say that we have taken our first step in our journey of the Nourishing Minds project, this program aims to improve access to education and improve the health of the children in the Kuchata community in Lilongwe through Food literacy. Food literacy is the ability to make healthy food choices and understand where food comes from, and how it affects our health and environment. �

We had our first sensitization meeting with the community leaders and parents, where we wholly explained the benefits and objectives of the program, we are bringing to them. The Kuchata community members who attended the meeting showed interest and zeal for the project and welcomed the idea of empowering the children with open hands. The community members also shared their valuable ideas on how we can work together to fight malnutrition, poverty, and school dropouts, the problems that have been affecting them for a long time. The Group Village Head Kuchata endorsed the project and promised to support it. He also vowed to encourage parents to send their children to the program and ensure that all children in his community will attend school.

We are grateful for the positive response and participation of the community, and we are now looking forward to working with them and making this project a success. The project will involve teaching the children how to grow and cook nutritious food, as well as providing them with support and mentorship. The project will help the children develop their skills, confidence, and passion for learning and living. We strongly believe that by nourishing their minds and bodies, children will achieve their dreams and create a better future for themselves and the community.

Mothers as our Catalysts: Women Leading the Way in Sustainable Living

Nourishing Minds Initiative

We recognize the important role of mothers in shaping the future of communities. When mothers thrive, the entire communities flourish.
Why Mothers?
– When mothers are equipped with knowledge of nutrition and sustainable farming practices, they will become our powerful agents of change and great influencers beyond their own families but to the entire community.
– Mothers are gatekeepers of nutrition, training them will empower them to make informed choices for their families’ well-being.
– Mothers are the heart of families, they nurture, guide, and sustain households, making them important partners in our mission to alleviate malnutrition and poverty.
Our Pilot project is providing training sessions to mothers of the children (Beneficiaries) who are learning about crop cultivation, organic farming, and composting through the Agriculture Cooperatives. These cooperatives will give them skills that will empower them to grow nutritious food for their families and generate income.

Let’s sow the seeds of change together and alleviate poverty and malnutrition in Malawi

Cultivating Future: Sowing Knowledge for zeor Poverty and Malnutrition.

Another inspiring milestone in our Nourishing Minds project as we dived deeper into our cooperative training workshop with the dedicated mothers of our beneficiaries in Kuchata Village, Lilongwe. Their commitment and curiosity were remarkable, they are the heart of our efforts and their courage always fuels our project journey.
We aim to sow seeds of knowledge that will yield a sustainable, bountiful harvest – not just of crops, but of good health (Zero Malnutrition) and Livelihoods (Zero Poverty) * to the entire community.
As we continue our Project journey, we are kindly inviting you to take part in this transformative journey by Donating, volunteering, or collaborate with us, your involvement matters and will carry weight.

Together we can cultivate change. Let’s sow hope, knowledge, and transformation.

Spread the Spice 2023

We had the privilege of being part of the “Spread the Spice Event 2023” held in Trivandrum, Kerala, India. This event provided us with a valuable platform to engage with both children and their parents. Our primary aim was to educate them about the significance of food literacy. To make the learning process more engaging and effective, we incorporated interactive elements such as games, quizzes, and puzzles. These activities not only made the event enjoyable but also helped in instilling a deeper understanding of the subject matter among the participants. It was indeed a golden opportunity for us to contribute to this important cause.

Food literacy is a tool to alleviate Malnutrition and Poverty

Food literacy plays a crucial role in alleviating malnutrition and poverty by promoting healthy eating habits, sustainable farming, and an understanding of the food system. This empowerment leads to improved health outcomes, as individuals will be better equipped to manage their diets. It also contributes to poverty reduction, as communities that are food literate are better positioned to advocate for food policies that support their well-being. Food literacy also promotes sustainable farming practices. These practices not only lead to the production of more nutritious food but also ensure the long-term viability of farming, thereby contributing to food security. Food security is a key factor in poverty reduction, as it ensures that individuals have consistent access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food.

Poverty is the main root cause of Malnutrition in Malawi

Poverty is a significant contributing factor, with Malawi being one of the poorest countries in the world and over 50% of its population living in poverty. Many families rely on farming for food and income generation, but unpredictable weather patterns, regular droughts, and floods often result in food shortages. Malnutrition has severe consequences for children, including anemia, Stunting, and muscle Wasting. It also affects the mental health of the child and the family. Many children drop out of school due to malnutrition, as their families struggle to provide basic needs and prioritize work over their child’s education. Lack of education about proper feeding practices, as well as the loss of traditional knowledge of food and its recipes, contribute to the problem. Soil degradation and deforestation have also resulted in the loss of wild food plants that were once used for nourishment.