Nutrition Research and Workshops

Time required:2 month minimum
Location:Tena and the communities
Requirements:Nutritional background, research skills, good command of Spanish

Notes:

• Investigate traditional ethnic nutritional sources in the area and compare to new products that have recently entered local diet (cola, white bread, sugar, fried-foods)
• Create workshop to educate communities on the importance of maintaining traditional diet
• Share workshop with Kallari extension staff and communities
• Coordinate meetings within communities to determine needs and desires of members and their interest in maintaining traditional diet
• Work with Kallari staff to develop action plans for maintaining or improving their nutritional resources and guaranteeing for future generations