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World Humanitarian Day Q&A with Ashley Baxstrom

August 19, 2019

Ashley Baxstrom, Head of Donor Relations at WFP Zimbabwe, gives us the scoop on what it’s like to be an American Humanitarian in the field.

Climate Change & Hunger: Stories From 6 African Countries

August 15, 2019

Extreme weather events are rapidly increasing hunger and malnourishment. From hurricanes and flooding to droughts and desertification, these six stories portray the very real, very human impacts of a warming world.

Vulnerable People Will Suffer Most: The True Impact of Climate Change

August 13, 2019

Reknowned climate change expert Alexander Verbeek answers questions on the impact of climate change and who it will hurt the most.

How America Leads by Fighting Famine and Promoting Peace: Senator Jeff Merkley

August 7, 2019

We sat down with Sen. Jeff Merkley to discuss how America can help make hunger and famine a problem of the past.

Economies of Hunger: How Volatile Markets Are Driving Food Insecurity

July 31, 2019

This year’s State of Food Insecurity in the World report focuses on the role of economic downturns and slowdowns in global hunger.

In Burundi, What Do Farmers and Food Waste Have in Common?

July 30, 2019

90 percent of Burundi’s population is entirely dependent on agriculture, yet the country doesn’t produce nearly enough food to feed everyone. Cutting food loss can help.

6 Solutions to Climate Change & Hunger

July 24, 2019

Climate change isn’t coming. It’s already here, and it’s the second leading cause of global hunger. Here are the six most effective things we can do about it.

Global Hunger: Top Five Things You Need to Know

July 22, 2019

The latest report is out and the message is clear: We’re going to need incredibly bold solutions and urgent action if we have any hope of eliminating hunger.