Ecuador Grows Without Child Malnutrition: A Results-Based Governance Revolution for Child Well-being
Ministry of Public Health of Ecuador In coordination with: MDH, INEC, MEF, GAD
South America
2026
Project Summary
Ecuador Grows Without Child Malnutrition is a national results-based governance model aimed at reducing chronic child malnutrition and promoting comprehensive early childhood well-being. The initiative brings together key sectors such as health, social protection, water and sanitation, and early childhood development under a results-based budgeting scheme that links public resource allocation to measurable impact indicators.
Presentation of the Organization
The Ministry of Public Health of Ecuador is the governing body of the National Health System, responsible for ensuring universal access to comprehensive health services, with emphasis on promotion, prevention, and timely care.