Joel Spicer

Joel Spicer is the president and CEO of Nutrition International, a global organization dedicated to delivering proven nutrition interventions to those who need them most. Founded in 1992, Nutrition International works with countries, donors, and implementers, conducts cutting-edge nutrition research, supports policy formulation, and integrates nutrition into development programs in over 60 countries. Joel is committed to growing Nutrition International’s impact through stronger programs, new approaches, and a no-missed-opportunities mindset.

Latest Articles

Opinion: The global cost of inaction on malnutrition

over 1 year ago // Sponsored by Nutrition International

Preventable undernutrition costs the world $761 billion per year and results in 1.3 million child deaths. Nutrition International’s Cost of Inaction Tool equips policymakers with essential data to drive progress toward global nutrition targets.

Opinion: Anemia — a new beacon for global development

over 2 years ago // Sponsored by Micronutrient Forum

The world is off track to meet the WHA 50% anemia reduction target by 2025. WHO and UNICEF’s new Anaemia Action Alliance is elevating anemia onto global and national development agendas to accelerate progress.

A tipping point for MNCH and nutrition? Reflections on an UN-usual General Assembly

over 11 years ago // Joel Spicer on maternal and child health

The momentum around global efforts to transform the status quo for millions of people through improved maternal, newborn and child health is growing. Joel Spicer, president of the Micronutrient Initiative, discusses how to achieve this goal and Canada's role in this exclusive commentary.

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