The Global Alliance for Vitamin A (GAVA) is a forum to share information and lessons learned and coordinate policy related to vitamin A supplementation (VAS) in the context of other vitamin A deficiency (VAD) control and child survival programs. We bring together organizations, policy-makers and program implementers to share information, as well as to develop policies and tools to improve VAS. GAVA is currently hosted and chaired by Nutrition International.
Our primary goals are focused on:
EVIDENCE AND POLICY GUIDANCE – Policymakers and program managers have access to the best evidence and guidance on Vitamin A supplementation.
PROGRAM GUIDANCE AND TOOLS – Program managers are equipped with the tools to implement effective and equitable Vitamin A supplementation programming.
POLICY COMMITMENT – Increased political commitment, accountability and sustained investment for appropriate Vitamin A supplementation programming at the country and global levels.
A world where child deaths and illnesses associated with Vitamin A deficiency are eliminated.
To accelerate progress towards child survival and reduce the impact of Vitamin A deficiency on children under five through support for evidence-based Vitamin A supplementation programming
Click here to review the GAVA Strategic Plan for 2024-2030.
The GAVA leadership oversees the coordination of the alliance, including organizing the annual meeting where members participate in strategic planning and identify priority areas for research and programs.
