S3 E3: Navyn Salem - Founder of Edesia Nutrition On Tackling Global Malnutrition and Balancing Motherhood

In this deeply impactful episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Navyn Salem, the founder of Edesia Nutrition, a non-profit organization on a mission to end malnutrition globally. Navyn shares her journey from being a mom of four to spearheading a global initiative that produces life-saving food products for malnourished children. Tune in to hear Navyn's story of resilience, innovation, and her vision of a world where every child has access to the nutrition they need to thrive.

In this episode:

• Navyn Salem shares her inspiration for starting Edesia Nutrition along with the challenges of juggling motherhood, the origins of Edesia and the initial steps she took to address malnutrition on a global scale.
• Navyn shares the profound impact of malnutrition and her perspective on problem-solving in global health.
•  Monica recalls her first encounter with Navyn and the powerful story that stopped her in her tracks.
• Navyn explains the difference between hunger and malnutrition and the critical importance of addressing both.
• Navyn explains the development and significance of Plumpy'Nut -- its life-saving capabilities in the way how malnourished children are fed, as well as the challenges and logistics of scaling up production to meet the increasing global need.
• Navyn shares complexities of delivering these essential nutrition packets to children in crisis zones.
•  Navyn shares the strategies and determination required to overcome logistical challenges.
• Navyn shares personal insights into her life as a mother and entrepreneur, and the sacrifices made to balance both worlds, and reflects  on the emotional weight of her work and the responsibility to deliver without excuses.
• Monica and Navyn discuss the emotional challenges of parenting while addressing a global crisis, and Navyn delivers a message of hope and the continuous effort to find solutions for malnutrition.

Resources:
- Edesia Nutrition: https://www.edesianutrition.org/
- World Food Programme: https://www.wfp.org/
- UNICEF: https://www.unicefusa.org/
- Monica + Andy: https://monicaandandy.com/

If you're inspired by Navyn's story and want to learn more about Edesia Nutrition or support their cause, visit their website and consider making a donation. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children around the world.