Transcript The International Pediatric Association (IPA)

International Union of
Nutritional Sciences
(IUNS)
“The only truly
global community
for Nutrition
Sciences ”
International Union of Nutritional Sciences
(IUNS): VISION
"To live a life without malnutrition is a fundamental
human right. The persistence of malnutrition, especially
among children and mothers, in this world of plenty is
immoral. Nutrition improvement anywhere in the world
is not a charity but a societal, household and individual
right.
It is the world community's responsibility to find
effective ways and means to invest for better
livelihood and to avoid future unnecessary social and
economic burdens. With collective efforts at
international, national and community levels, ending
malnutrition is both a credible and achievable goal
MISSION
Promote the advancement
of the science of nutrition,
research and development
through international
cooperation globally.
The actions that we take and the manner we
proceed in our work as IUNS should reflect the
values that we share:
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Truly global
Scientific excellence
All nations, people, and genders as equals
Invest in and empower our future leaders
Accountable to our Adhering Bodies
Transparent in all our actions
Place public interest first
Work in Partnerships
IUNS Strengths
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Leadership, enthusiasm and commitment of C M
Global representation, presence and scope
CM are scientists
Approaches are multi disciplines/geography/gender
Established record in capacity development
Independent, science based and credible
Interactions with key International Agencies
ICN serves as a global forum for interactions in research,
information exchange.
CM: council members ICN: International Congress of Nutrition
IUNS Weaknesses
• IUNS and its functions are not well known by AB countries.
• Financial and organizational limitations
• Insufficient discussions within CM and with AB to create
common strategies at the global level
• Some Task Force activities lack integration and visibility
• Limited interactions and visibility of IUNS except for ICNs
• Limited and unrecognized impact of IUNS in shaping policy and
programs at global, regional and national level
• The voice of AB is weak and not transmitted to IUNS CM
• Weak link with private sector
• Unable to harmonize various regional initiatives
AB: Adhering bodies
IUNS Opportunities
• Enhance collaboration between AB/create regional networks in
order to influence policy and community level decision makers.
• Increase awareness on significance of malnutrition in all its forms
by promoting multinational training and research activities.
• Promote research collaboration between industrialized & low
income countries in the fight against malnutrition and NRCDs
• Lead process of harmonization of NB and FBDGs
• Strengthen and enhance application of INFOODS
• Facilitate public/private interactions for improved nutrition
• Provide direction for training/research/techical development
• Facilitate Publications of research work conducted in LDCs
• Be a leader nutrition capacity development/strengthening activities.
• Use modern communication technology to enhance interactions
NB and FBDGs: nutrient based and food based dietary guidelines
IUNS Threats
• Competing interests of CM and Officers with IUNS needs
• IUNS is labelled as No Action Talk Only (NATO) organization
• Unable to work efficiently in partnership with other organizations
using existing networks
• Present Nutrition problems are too complicated for IUNS to even
understand
• Loss of independence in efforts to raise funds, pleasing industry
• Supporting policy before scientific evidence is sufficient
• Conflict with other organizations with overlapping goals
• Governance issues continue to plague the IUNS
• AB are progressively less supportive and interested in IUNS and
not committed to its vision and mission
IUNS Priorities for Action for next 4 yrs
• Increase communication with AB, promote regional
collaboration and network development.
• Review and assess the scientific quality of ongoing
taskforces, establish new ones based on needs
• Strengthen and consolidate leadership training efforts
• Develop fund raising efforts with clear objectives and
strategy. Increase visibility of IUNS at all levels
• Ensure scientific quality of the program for the next ICN
• Review and strengthen governance and participation
systems
LDCs: less developed countries
IUNS Council Contact emails
Ricardo Uauy" <[email protected]>, <[email protected]>,
Osman Galal <[email protected]> Galal" <[email protected]>,
Suzanne Murphy" <[email protected]>,
Ibrahim Elmadfa <[email protected]>, “
Lindsey Allen" <[email protected]
Kamala Krishnaswamy" <[email protected]
Anna Lartey" <[email protected]>
J. Alfredo Martinez" <[email protected]>,
Marja Mutanen" <[email protected]>,
H Y Paik <[email protected]>
Helio Vannucchi" <[email protected]>,