Innovative approach to development recognizes role of grandmothers.

• Author: Herro, Alana
• Position: EYE ON EARTH - The Grandmother Project

Grandmothers in the Kati district of Mali, in West Africa, used to advise pregnant women to work harder so their muscles would be strong for childbirth, and to eat less so their babies would be smaller and easier to push out. But with participatory learning programs promoted by the Grandmother Project and partner organizations, older women are now more likely to encourage their younger counterparts to rest and eat more (and healthier) food when they are expecting.

The Grandmother Project...