Janvier Muhima, head of WFP’s office in Port-au-Prince, shares the challenges they face delivering food amidst the violent conflict in Haiti.
World Food Programme Regional Director in Latin America and the Caribbean Lola Castro speaks on the hunger crisis in Haiti.
5.1 million people in Venezuela urgently need food assistance. WFP is delivering lifesaving aid to the most vulnerable populations.
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.
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.
Nicaragua is one of the poorest countries in Latin America, with a full 30% of the population living in poverty.
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.
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.
El Salvador has one of the highest murder rates in the world – outside war zones. On top of that, poverty and inequality drive thousands, including unaccompanied children, to flee the country every year.
Although rich in natural resources, Guinea faces major socioeconomic challenges. The poverty rate is alarming, and women especially are going hungry. Meanwhile, devastating natural disasters make things worse – but we’re on the ground helping build more sustainable food systems for the people who need them most.
