U.S. Supports the Sri Lankan Government in Providing Thriposha to Mothers and Children Through WFP

USAID provided 4,700 metric tons of soya beans and corn to Sri Lanka to support the continuation of the Thriposha fortified food program.

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How to End World Hunger: 6 Solutions for Zero Hunger

The world faces the largest global food crisis in modern history. That's why these six Zero Hunger solutions are more important than ever.

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What’s Happening in Sri Lanka? Your Top 4 Questions on the Economic Crisis, Protests and Hunger

This a significant moment in Sri Lanka’s history. The country is currently experiencing its worst economic crisis since 1948.

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WFP Launches Emergency Response in Sri Lanka Amid Escalating Food Crisis

WFP began distributing food vouchers to pregnant women in Colombo, marking the start of its emergency response in the country as part of the United Nations Humanitarian Needs and Priorities Plan.

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11 Years of Conflict: With Hunger at Historic Levels, Millions of Syrians Hang by a Thread

With years of conflict, a severe economic downturn and food prices rising relentlessly since 2020, the Ukraine crisis is exacerbating what was already an alarming food security scenario in Syria.

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Women Are Leading and Feeding Their Families Across the Globe. Meet Seven of Them.

Here are seven stories of mothers who are protecting, caring for and feeding their families. Each simply wants their children to live in safety with access to good food and education.

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Children at War: Six Stories From the Most Dangerous Places on Earth

Hunger is terrible, but especially cruel to children. And it's a daily reality for millions of them – a scale that’s difficult for most of us to imagine.

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How You Can Teach Students About World Hunger: Lesson Plans for the Classroom

Global hunger is a complex and sometimes overwhelming problem. But, there are some easy ways teachers can help students understand it and become empathetic humanitarians.

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10 Facts About Child Hunger in the World

Childhood hunger is one of the biggest - and most preventable - issues of our time. But kids don’t have to go hungry. Here are the ten most important things to know about childhood hunger and what the WFP is doing to fight it.

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With Loving, Tender Care: A Tribute to Grandparents on the Frontlines of the Fight Against Childhood Hunger

In honor of Grandparents’ Day, here are six stories of grandparents bringing joy, comfort and strength to their families.  

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FAQ: The 6 Things You Need to Know About Childhood Hunger

It's hard to imagine the scale of childhood hunger. Our FAQ breaks down the issue into who, what, where, when and why.

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Fighting Hunger With Peanuts, Potassium & Plumpy’Sup

Thanks to peanuts, this pre-packaged, ready-to-eat food doesn't require water or cooking and it's saving lives around the world.

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