Healthy and Sustainable Diets Within Informal Settlements of Nairobi, Kenya | Community Organized Groups (COGs) Training Manual

This training manual is designed to impart knowledge on healthy and sustainable dietary foods to Community Organized Groups (COGs), Micro and small-scale enterprises (MSEs), and Small Holder Farmers (SHFs) who are expected to pass on this information to school communities in Nairobi’s informal settlements. The primary focus is the implementation of Home-Grown School Feeding Programs (HGSFP), which encourage sourcing food locally from smallholder farmers and micro-enterprises. This approach not only improves the nutritional status of school children but also strengthens the local economy by supporting small-scale farmers and businesses.

The project will be implemented in both private and public schools across three key sites: Mukuru, Kibera, and Korogocho. The curriculum blends theoretical concepts with practical activities, aiming to deepen understanding of nutrition, sustainability, and local food systems.

The curriculum is structured into six modules and workbooks, each designed to address a specific aspect of sustainable and healthy diets:
1. Introduction to Food Security, Food Safety, Healthy and Sustainable Foods
2. Food Security in Informal Settlements
3. Basic Nutrition for School-Going Children
4. The Role of Schools in Promoting Healthy Diets
5. Practical Cooking and Food Preparation Techniques
6. Creating a School Garden

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