CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES
The document is a brief on the Nawiri Adapted Nutrition Graduation Model (AN-GM) implemented by Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in partnership with USAID, USAID Nawiri, County Government of Marsabit, County Government of Isiolo, Government of Kenya, and other stakeholders.
USAID, USAID Nawiri, County Government of Marsabit, County Government of Isiolo, Government of Kenya, Catholic Relief Services · 2022

Abstract
The AN-GM is a holistic livelihood model designed to address the multi-dimensional needs of ultra-poor households, particularly those vulnerable to acute malnutrition. The model involves a 5-step suite of interventions, including targeting, business savings groups, business skills and financial literacy training, small business start-up grants, and business and savings group mentoring. The brief highlights key findings and lessons learned during the implementation pilot, including the importance of layering health and nutrition education onto the AN-GM, the benefits of community business group adaptations, and the need need
Classification
USAID Advancing Nutrition