On May 28, 2017, join The Hunger Project in celebrating the seventh annual World Hunger Day, this year focusing on the hidden causes of hunger!
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New Study Shows Importance of Trust and Strong Communities in Escaping Poverty
A new study finds that low-income individuals who trust their communities make better long-term financial decisions that can lift them out of poverty.
The Hunger Project and UPLIFT Partner to Raise Awareness of World Hunger
The Hunger Project and UPLIFT are joining hands in a new, exciting global media partnership to raise visibility of world hunger and the power of human potential.
The Hunger Project Joins the BabyWASH Coalition!
The Hunger Project is proud to announce that we’ve joined the BabyWASH Coalition, a team of organizations focused on an integrated approach to child health.
The Hunger Project Selected As One Of 4 ThinkSocial Partners for 2017
Every year, ThinkSocial selects a list of socially responsible, mission-driven non-profits and asks the public to vote for their favorites.
World Malaria Day: Ending Malaria for Good
The Hunger Project is honoring World Malaria Day by raising awareness of the disease while also highlighting the progress we’ve made.
The Hunger Project Joins UN Global Compact
The UN Global Compact is the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative with nearly 12,000 business and non-business participants in over 170 countries, committing participants to sustainable development and good corporate citizenship.
The Hunger Project-Ethiopia and WeForest Partner to Plant 3 Million Trees
The Hunger Project-Ethiopia and WeForest, a Belgian nonprofit, have formally launched a collaborative, community-led forest restoration and land rehabilitation program. Environmental degradation is a crucial challenge in Ethiopia. To restore the land, The Hunger Project-Ethiopia and WeForest plan to work with community partners to plant 3 million trees.
2017 Global Food Policy Report: Rapid Urbanization is Critical Issue for Addressing Hunger
On March 23, 2017, The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) released the 2017 Global Food Policy Report. The Report provides an analysis of food policy around the world, and its impact on reducing hunger and poverty. In this 6th annual report, IFPRI...
Celebrating Earth Day 2017: Environmental and Climate Literacy!
The Hunger Project celebrates Earth Day on April 22, 2017. Earth Day is a call to action for the global community to address climate change, foster a sustainable, healthy environment and protect our planet for future generations. This year, the Earth Day theme is “Environmental and Climate Literacy.”
Celebrate Mother’s Day with The Hunger Project!
Mother’s Day is right around the corner! We encourage you to take this opportunity to thank all of the strong women in your life. Today, despite being the primary caregivers for their children and families, women still account for over 60% of the world’s hungry. Lack...
The Hunger Project-Mexico Empowers Community Partners with Data
At The Hunger Project, we believe that engaging community members with data is crucial to setting priorities and monitoring outcomes. By involving the local communities through data, The Hunger Project-Mexico is able to not just raise awareness, but provide our partners with the information needed to take charge of projects in their region and ensure they meet the needs of their community.
The Hunger Project Celebrates 20 Years in Benin and Burkina Faso
The Hunger Project-Benin and The Hunger Project-Burkina Faso are celebrating their 20th year of working to end chronic hunger and poverty! Our 20-year record of achievement in Benin and Burkina Faso is grounded in the principle that people must be the agents of their own change. We invite you to learn more about our programs in both countries, and celebrate community partners who are doing the incredible work of ending hunger for themselves, their neighbors and their families.
World Water Day 2017: Why Waste Water?
On March 22, we celebrate World Water Day by raising awareness about water-related issues. The theme of World Water Day 2017 is Wastewater, to encourage individuals and communities to reduce and safely recycle the increasing quantities of dangerous wastewater produced.
Celebrating 40 Years of Ending Hunger!
The Hunger Project began at a meeting of like-minded individuals in California on February 14, 1977. In honor of our 40th year, we invite you to explore some of the principles and values that are deeply rooted in our shared mission to end hunger and poverty.
Advocating for Youth Leadership to Achieve the SDGs
This report from Mary Kate Costello originally appeared on The Hunger Project Global Advocacy. Featured photo from official The Youth Assembly at The United Nations. In keeping with The Hunger Project’s priority to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals through...
International Women’s Day 2017: Women in the Changing World of Work
Along with millions of people around the globe, The Hunger Project will celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, a day that honors the achievements and calls attention to the rights of women. This year’s theme is “Women in the Changing World of Work.”
Combating Violence Against Women in Benin through Community Leadership and Education
Violence and discrimination against women remains a pervasive challenge in Benin. To tackle this issue, we work with community partners through the Women’s Empowerment Program to empower local women through education and training.
Preventing the Spread of Malaria, Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS in Senegal
The Hunger Project-Senegal is proud to report the successful conclusion of another year’s participation in the IntraHealth malaria program. In the last year, trained extension workers with partner community-based organizations (CBOs) reached 17,000 individuals through 870 discussions on malaria.
Expanding Safe Water Enterprise Kiosks in Uganda
In 2013, The Hunger Project (Uganda, Australia and Germany) partnered with Siemens Stiftung and the SkyJuice Foundation to launch the Safe Water Enterprise. The Enterprise is a community-driven program that produces safe drinking water, sold at a reasonable rate to...
With 828 Million Living in Hunger, UN Calls for Reimagined Food Systems
With 828 million people living in hunger in 2021, our current rate of progress will not end hunger by 2030. Policies that prioritize local food systems can reduce the cost of a healthy diet. Learn how.
Our Programs in Africa Confront Impact of Conflict in Ukraine
A UNDP report highlights how African countries are vulnerable to the impacts of war due to the continent’s reliance on imports from Ukraine and Russia.
International Day of the African Child 2022
This year’s theme of the Day of the African Child is calling for introspection and commitment to addressing issues that children face across the continent as a result of harmful practices.
World Hunger Day 2022: #YouthEndingHunger
World Hunger Day, May 28, addresses the urgent need to raise awareness of the dramatic rise in hunger in recent years. This year we call special attention to the role of youth in a sustainable, hunger-free future.
Bluetown, Microsoft, USAID and The Hunger Project Tackle the Gender Digital Divide in Ghana
We’ve partnered with Bluetown, USAID and Microsoft in an historic partnership to address the gender digital divide in rural Ghana.
Community Leaders Shine at Skoll
At Skoll World Forum 2022, a Hunger Project community leader from Ghana, shared her leadership story. Hosted by One Village Partners and Movement for Community-led Development.
Celebrating the Impact of Young Climate Activists at Skoll, CSW
In our commitment to elevating young voices, in early 2022 we had the honor of hosting two events highlighting the impact of young climate activists from around the world at the UN Commission on the Status of Women and the Skoll World Forum.
Newsweek Opinion: The War in Ukraine is a Global Food Security Crisis
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is going to have a negative impact on global food systems and world hunger. We need to take collective action now to mitigate the effects of this conflict.
International Women’s Day 2022: Changing Climates
This International Women’s Day, we recognize the critical role that women play in creating a climate change resilient and sustainable planet.