Bread for the World, ONE, Save the Children, World Vision, and leading non-profits are asking Pres. Obama to take bold action at the upcoming Camp David G8 to reduce chronic malnutrition, also known as stunting. Malnutrition is the underlying cause for 1 out of every 3 children who die before they reach age 5; this is unconscionable. There are simple, cost-effective solutions. Recent research shows that investing in nutrition from pregnancy until age 2 - known as the 1,000 day window - can have a dramatic impact, including better school performance and a greater chance of fighting off disease. In fact, poor countries could increase their GDP by 2-3% by reducing malnutrition.
The Obama Administration should use their leadership at the G8 Summit to help put an end to child stunting.