The Journey of Armenia’s National School Meals Programme

Today, Armenia’s school feeding programme stands as a model of collaboration, demonstrating how strategic investment, multisectoral coordination and circular economy models can lead to sustainable success.

This case study captures Armenia’s school feeding journey, offering insights into the challenges faced, the solutions implemented, and the lessons learned. It serves as a resource for policymakers, practitioners, and development partners committed to strengthening school feeding as a driver of improved education, access to nutritious food, and the adoption of healthy eating behaviours that contribute to overall national development.