National Initiatives for Development Organization (NIDO)
The National Initiative Development Organization (NIDO) in collaboration with the Khartoum State Ministry of Health – Nutrition Department, and with the support of UNICEF, is conducting the Integrated Nutrition Campaign. 🗓️ Date: August 2025📍 Location: Khartoum State This campaign aims to strengthen community awareness on nutrition, improve access to essential health services, and contribute to better child and maternal health outcomes.
As part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts, the National Initiatives for Development Organization (NIDO), in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and with funding from the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF), successfully implemented a cash assistance intervention targeting women and girls at protection risk (IPA) in South Darfur. This activity aims to support the dignity, safety, and basic needs of vulnerable women and girls—particularly those facing displacement, economic hardship, or gender-based violence risks. During the latest distribution in Nyala, selected IPA beneficiaries received unconditional cash transfers to help cover their urgent protection needs, including access to hygiene supplies, health services, and other essentials. The activity was carried out in coordination with the Ministry of Social Affairs in South Darfur. “This support helps restore dignity and independence to women and girls during times of crisis,” said a NIDO field officer. The initiative is part of a broader project to promote the protection and empowerment of women and girls in conflict-affected areas, with a focus on preserving dignity and reducing harmful coping mechanisms.
As part of our efforts to strengthen the capacity of health workers and humanitarian staff, an Orientation Session on Clinical Management of Rape (CMR) was conducted with the participation of representatives from different sectors. ✅ The session focused on: Emergency medical care and psychosocial support. Referral pathways and coordination among key actors. Ensuring confidentiality and dignity of survivors. The orientation contributed to raising awareness and enhancing knowledge, while participants emphasized the importance of continuing such sessions to build capacities and improve the quality of services provided to survivors of sexual violence.
As part of our ongoing humanitarian response, NIDO, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the East Darfur State Ministry of Social Affairs, carried out a distribution of dignity kits to women and girls in the Aldein Almina Albury internally displaced persons (IDP) site. The dignity kits, provided by UNFPA, aim to preserve the health, hygiene, and dignity of displaced women and girls affected by the ongoing crisis in East Darfur. These kits include essential hygiene items tailored to the specific needs of women and adolescent girls, helping them manage their daily lives with more dignity and confidence. This intervention reflects the joint commitment of NIDO, UNFPA, and local authorities to support vulnerable populations, promote women’s rights, and ensure access to basic services during times of crisis.
As part of the global observance of World Breastfeeding Week, Center 75 Health Facility organized a celebration aimed at promoting awareness on the critical role of breastfeeding in improving child survival and maternal health. The event was honored by the presence of: UNICEF Nutrition Officer Director of Nutrition Director of Primary Health Care Director of Karari Locality During the celebration, speakers emphasized the importance of exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life, and highlighted its contribution to reducing malnutrition and strengthening child development. The event also reinforced the commitment of health authorities and partners to support families and communities in adopting optimal breastfeeding practices. This activity reflects the continued collaboration between the Ministry of Health, UNICEF, and local authorities to improve maternal and child health outcomes in Sudan.
NIDO, in partnership with UNFPA, successfully distributed dignity kits to women and girls of reproductive age among the newly displaced persons (IDPs) at gathering sites, as well as within the host community in Sudan. A total of 139 women and girls have been reached so far, out of the 1,500 individuals targeted.
Port Sudan, May 2025 — NIDO is proud to announce its recognition in the May 2025 Health Cluster Bulletin for its exceptional contributions to health and nutrition services in Sudan. This achievement reflects our dedication to providing life-saving care to underserved communities—with the support of partners who share our humanitarian mission. Through integrated health programs, mobile clinics, and community outreach, NIDO continues to make a tangible impact on the lives of thousands across Sudan.
NIDO hosted a GBV Y-PEER Training in South Darfur on June 25, with sessions supported by UNFPA. The event witnessed strong participation from the community.
The National Initiatives for Development Organization (NIDO), with the support of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has successfully completed the installation of solar systems in seven health facilities. These include l, Alnimir, Abujabra, and Karrio in East Darfur, as well as Elmashaga, Belil, and Umdafug in South Darfur. This initiative is a critical step toward ensuring reliable and sustainable electricity for healthcare facilities, significantly enhancing service delivery and improving healthcare outcomes for local communities
Nutrition sensitive activity Supported by C4FC project donated by World Vision: Halima is 30 years old the mother of 5 children 2 of them are under 5 years old, Halima is living in Kalam IDPs camp since 2006 up to date, She was Depending solely on Humanitarian assistance to continue surviving, when the war of Sudan erupted in April 2023, all humanitarian assistance were stopped from Darfur, Halima Said (both of my Children below 5 years old developed Malnutrition due to lack of food. With NIDO support, Halima have been trained on Nutrition sensitive activities and supported to have small home grown farm with different vegetables and fruits including bananas tomatoes, watercress and radish, this small garden products helped Haleema to feed herb children and take some products to sale in the market. NIDO also through its community volunteers and Mother Support groups in the camp, assessed the children for Malnutrition and referred them to the Nutrition center that supported by IMC. One month later, both children were cured from malnutrition and she continue feeding them from her home grown farm products and able to provide the daily requirements for her family consumptions of food, water and medication fees
