Our Theory of Change
SPOON puts children–those with disabilities and those living outside of family care–at the center of our services and programs.
Children’s growth and development rely on many interconnected factors. Our model highlights our efforts at each level to strengthen inclusive nutrition for children to thrive.
Children
Children with disabilities and children without family care
- Growing and thriving in nurturing family environments
Families
Families, caregivers, and communities
- Skilled in nutrition, feeding, and responsive care
- Supported by quality, inclusive services
Service Providers
Healthcare, child development, child protection, and civil society
- Equipped to identify disabilities and delays early and respond
- Skilled and equipped to monitor growth, anemia, and feeding challenges
- Providing inclusive family strengthening and nutrition services
Systems
Governments, program implementers, and funders
- Develop inclusive nutrition, early childhood development, and disability policies
- Prioritize nutrition and feeding in care reform efforts
- Invest in programs to improve nutrition for all children
- Collect, monitor, and use data on nutrition, disability, and family care
