Syria’s Hunger Pangs

For years, Syrian families have lived their lives in limbo, not knowing when they can return home or what kind of future awaits their children. One thing they should not have to worry about is where they will find their next meal.

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Syria’s Hunger Pangs

WFP USA Board members Dan Glickman and Hunter Biden, along with CEO Rick Leach, explain why world leaders must prioritize humanitarian food assistance for Syrian refugees.

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Hacking Hunger – Episode 3: On the Front Lines of Hunger and War in Syria

We speak with Dina el-Kassaby, WFP's Communications Officer based in Cairo, about how the conflict in Syria has affected families throughout the region.

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How Do You Feed Over 5 Million People a Month?

The United Nations World Food Programme’s emergency response to the Syria crisis is its largest and most complex operation to date.

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Culinary Diplomacy: The Power of Food as a Tool of Peace

Consultant and researcher Sam Chapple-Sokol discusses the emerging field of culinary diplomacy.

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“60 Minutes” Wins Emmy for Story on WFP in Syria

Hunger has stolen hope inside Syria. Starvation is used a weapon in the war that always hits children - the most innocent - the hardest.

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WFP & UNICEF Respond to Harsh Winter Storm in Middle East

We've launched an operation to provide blankets, coats, scarves and gloves for thousands of Syrian children living in refugee camps in Jordan.

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WFP’s Syria Operation Featured on 60 Minutes

CBS Correspondent Scott Pelley traveled to the field to see the U.N. World Food Programme's work in and around Syria.

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A New Record: WFP Reaches 4 Million People in Syria

“We are reaching more people every day with urgently needed food assistance – many of them have been going hungry for months."

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From The BBC: How the U.N. World Food Programme Works To Reach Families In Syria

The BBC reports on WFP’s efforts to reach families in Syria left hungry and homeless because of the ongoing violence.

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