The report focuses on the problem and impact of stunting in children and will lay out programme strategies and approaches to improve nutrition. The data presents the most recent findings and sound evidence, pointing to long-term benefits of improved nutrition for human and economic development. Success stories from a variety of countries illustrate best practices and results achieved for women and children, and statistical data on child and maternal nutrition from 24 countries, presented in graphs and charts, provides an overview of the challenges facing children and pregnant women.