Engaging the Local Church to Tackle Stunting in Indonesia: A Case Study in Nias Island

DOI: https://doi.org/10.15566/cjgh.v9i2.649
Keywords: stunting, church, education, capacity-building

Abstract

A field report of engaging the local church in stunting prevention in Nias Island, Indonesia. 

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Published
2022-12-21
How to Cite
Zaluchu, F. (2022). Engaging the Local Church to Tackle Stunting in Indonesia: A Case Study in Nias Island. Christian Journal for Global Health, 9(2), 23-27. https://doi.org/10.15566/cjgh.v9i2.649
Issue
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2022): Vulnerable Populations & Communal Capacity-building
Section
Short Communications / Field Reports

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