To develop multisectoral coordination mechanism to address stunting and other forms of malnutrition through highest level coordination body.

Multi Sectoral Nutritional Coordination Body

Government of Pakistan through Ehsaas Program, Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Division commits to address stunting and other forms of malnutrition through constitution of highest coordinating body, the Pakistan National Nutrition Coordination Council (PNNCC) for multi sectoral coordination and harmonization of nutrition programing at federal level in collaboration with relevant ministries and departments. Prime Minister of Pakistan is the Chairperson of the Council and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety as its Vice-Chair. The other members include eight cabinet ministers, six Chief Secretaries, and experts. The Council synergizes the work of relevant stakeholders through policy directions, coordination and highest-level political ownership. The council meets on annual basis to review the progress made thus far by all stakeholders.