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Location: Americas

Venezuela

5.1 million people in Venezuela urgently need food assistance. WFP is delivering lifesaving aid to the most vulnerable populations.

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Peru

Over the past decade, hunger and poverty have significantly decreased in Peru, though one quarter of the population lives below the poverty line and deep pockets of hunger remain in rural areas of the country.

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The Dry Corridor

The Dry Corridor is a strip of land across El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua that is vulnerable to extreme climate events like long periods of drought, putting livelihoods at risk.

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Girl at green market in Nicaragua

Nicaragua

Nicaragua is one of the poorest countries in Latin America, with a full 30% of the population living in poverty.

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Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic has sustained decades of economic growth and stability. But poverty, inequality and climate change are still leaving nearly half of Dominicans hungry, but we’re on the ground working to end it for all.

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community on bank of water and forests

Ecuador

Ecuador is developing – but it’s highly prone to natural disasters, resulting in loss of life, livelihoods and infrastructure. WFP is on the ground, working with the government and communities to boost capacity to take on devastating climate shocks – and more.

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