EC Nutrition

Background: The increasing frequency of climate-related disasters and accelerated urban growth have heightened the risk of food and nutrition insecurity, particularly among vulnerable urban groups such as women and children. Tackling these issues necessitates cohesive strategies that prioritize equity.

Methods: This narrative review draws on interdisciplinary literature, including scholarly publications, United Nations reports, and practical case studies. The analysis is guided by international frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Sendai Framework, and the Brundtland Report, utilizing a twin-track approach that blends emergency nutrition relief with structural reform.

Results: In the short term, interventions like Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTF), Maternal Micronutrient Supplements (MMS), Micronutrient Powders (MNP), and Small-Quantity Lipid-Based Nutrient Supplements (SQ-LNS) have proven effective in emergency nutrition management. For lasting resilience, coordinated multisectoral policies, inclusive governance, and active community involvement are critical. Initiatives in Brazil, India, and the RUA Project offer practical models for urban nutritional interventions.

Conclusion: Integrating nutrition security into urban disaster risk reduction frameworks through a twin-track model can alleviate vulnerabilities, enhance public health outcomes, and strengthen resilience to climate shocks.

 Keywords: Nutritional Security; Urban Resilience; Women and Children; Climate Emergency; Twin-Track Approach; SDGs; Public-Private Partnerships

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