Outcomes of community-based nutrition support groups in Dioila Health District, Mali

NSGs in Dioila Health District are effective community-based platforms for improving caregiver knowledge, promoting positive feeding practices, and supporting early detection of malnutrition. While facility-based recovery outcomes are strong, sustainability challenges remain. Strengthening supervision mechanisms, ensuring consistent support for community volunteers, and improving referral linkages with health facilities are critical to enhance the effectiveness and long-term sustainability of NSGs in rural Mali.