These Are the Top 6 Reasons Women Are Hungrier Than Men Today
March 8, 2022
In nearly two thirds of the world’s countries, women are more likely than men to suffer from hunger. Here are the top six reasons why.
WFP News
Topic: Logistics
WFP Ramps up Food Operation for Ukraine and Warns the World’s Hungry Cannot Afford Another Conflict
March 4, 2022
As the emergency operation in Ukraine moved into high gear today, WFP expressed deep concern about the waning ability of families in embattled areas to find food and also warned that the crisis could have consequences well beyond Ukraine’s borders.
Statement by WFP USA President and CEO Barron Segar on Ukraine
February 28, 2022
The conflict unfolding in Ukraine is heartbreaking to watch, and our hearts and prayers go out to all Ukrainians caught in this crisis. WFP is launching an emergency operation to provide food assistance for civilians fleeing the conflict.
Countdown to Catastrophe Begins in Yemen as Funding for Food Assistance Dwindles
February 28, 2022
Food prices have more than doubled across much of Yemen over the past year, leaving more than half of the country in need of food assistance.
Extreme Weather and Climate Events Heighten Humanitarian Needs in Madagascar and Around the World
February 25, 2022
Tropical Cyclone Emnati, which made landfall in Madagascar on Wednesday, threatens food security and is an example of how weather extremes will trigger runaway humanitarian needs if we do not tackle the climate crisis.
WFP Executive Director Statement on Impact of Conflict in Ukraine
February 24, 2022
Globally, we already have 283 million people marching towards starvation. The world cannot afford to let another conflict drive the numbers of hungry people even higher.
Sahel Faces Worsening Food Crisis Amid Growing Instability and Displacement, WFP Chief Warns
February 18, 2022
The number of people on the brink of starvation across the Sahel has increased almost tenfold over the past three years and displacement by almost 400%.
Good Call: WFP Helps People Displaced by Conflict Stay in Touch
February 13, 2022
For World Radio Day, we’re taking a look at how the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)-led Emergency Telecommunications Cluster is connecting internally displaced persons to family members miles away. Â
Global Hunger Is a Math Problem. Rising Food Costs Can Make It Near Unsolvable for Some.
February 11, 2022
Hunger is always stalking the people WFP serves. That’s why the ongoing rise in food prices around the world is so concerning.
The Latest Updates out of Madagascar: WFP Provides Immediate Emergency Assistance in the Aftermath of Cyclone Batsirai
February 7, 2022
Cyclone Batsirai made landfall on the central-eastern coast of Madagascar on Saturday, February 5. Hours after the storm hit, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), was on the ground providing emergency assistance.
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