The world is being confronted by multiple, complex, cascading challenges and shocks that impact on human well-being, including nutrition and micronutrient security. The ongoing global food crisis and the COVID pandemic and its disruptions to global health food systems highlighted the deep vulnerabilities faced by populations world-wide, as well as the disproportionate burden they have on women. As climate-change and man-made conflicts exacerbate food security and nutrition challenges, optimizing the health and resilience of populations in the face of current and future shocks is critical as we strive to protect and nourish future generations.