WFP Launches School Meals Program in Venezuela

WFP started its school meals program in Venezuela this week, with the first distributions of take-home rations to children and school staff.

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What Causes Famine in the World?

There is enough food on this planet to feed every single person. But even with all this abundance, famine is no relic of the past.

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American Hunger Heroes: Herbert Hoover

Hoover was dubbed “The Great Humanitarian" for his efforts to feed the citizens of Belgium after World War I and prevent famine.

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American Hunger Heroes: Dwight Eisenhower

President Eisenhower helped create a lasting legacy of food assistance throughout the world.

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WFP Resumes Operations to Reach 2 Million People With Emergency Food Assistance in Tigray

WFP has resumed its operations in the Tigray region of Ethiopia after fighting halted the emergency response last week.

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For What Americans Spend on July 4th Food, We Could Prevent Famine: 5 Little-Known Facts About the USA’s Birthday

While we share a meal and reflect on our country’s history, let's remember those who are still fighting for those elusive yet unalienable rights: life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

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First WFP Food Supplies for Vulnerable Schoolchildren Arrive in Venezuela

WFP has moved its first food supplies to its logistics hub in Venezuela, as it prepares to launch its school meals program for vulnerable schoolchildren and employees in the country.

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Trouble in the Tropics: Climate Change, COVID-19 and the Relentless Cycle of Hunger

For International Day of the Tropics, we're taking a deeper look at how climate presents unique challenges for those living in the Dry Corridor and how WFP is helping to break the cycle of hunger. 

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Hunger and Malnutrition in the Arab Region Stand in the Way of Achieving Zero Hunger

A new UN study indicates that hunger in the Arab region continues to rise, threatening the region’s efforts to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, including the Zero Hunger goal.

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United States Government Boosts Malawi and WFP’s Efforts to Achieve Zero Hunger

A $9.5 million contribution from USAID will help WFP to provide emergency assistance to vulnerable households in Malawi.

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WFP Welcomes $5.3 Million From the United States for Food Assistance for Refugees in Rwanda

A $5.3 million contribution from USAID will help WFP provide food assistance to over 104,000 Congolese and Burundian refugees in camps across Rwanda.

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Why Do People Have to Die Before a Famine Is Declared? And Other FAQs.

We had a chance to hear from the United Nations World Food Programme's Acting Director of Nutrition, Allison Oman Lawi, about the causes of famine and the urgent need in 2021 to avert it. 

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