In 2023, The Hunger Project shared a powerful, collective voice at every level of influence — local, national and global.
Environment
Transforming Nutrition in Mexico Through Indigenous Knowledge
In Mexico, we unite Indigenous and scientific knowledge to increase food security. Explore how our initiative mobilizes communities and safeguards cultural heritage.
The Hunger Project Granted Observer Status for COP
Climate change is driving hunger around the world. This week at COP28, THP was granted observer status to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Isabel’s Journey with The Hunger Project’s Epicenter Strategy
Meet Isabel Duzenta, an inspiring entrepreneur from Mozambique who has shown that with determination and hard work, it is possible to improve one’s living conditions and contribute to the development of the community.
World Food Day 2023: Water is Life, Water is Food
The global food and water systems are at the center of the world’s challenges: poverty, health and environmental degradation. This World Food Day 2023 calls for sustainable solutions so no one is left behind in the mission to end hunger.
The Sustainable End of Hunger Happens Locally, New UN Report Released
783 million people are living in hunger. Strategic, locally-led systems hold the answer.
World Hunger Day 2023: Sustainability
May 28 is World Hunger Day! This year, we call attention to the role of sustainable food systems in ending world hunger.
International Women’s Day 2023: DigitALL
This International Women’s Day, we reflect on the progress forged by women who have made extraordinary contributions to society.
The 5 Principles of Change
The Epicenter Strategy is a holistic strategy that builds a path to sustainable self-reliance by shifting the power to small scale producers and promoting community-led development.
Rebecca finds her voice through the Women’s Empowerment Program
The Women’s Empowerment Program seeks to support women to build their confidence, realize financial independence and to organize communities to take charge of their own development to reach self-reliance.
Stella Expands Her Business Through Internet Access
In collaboration with BLUETOWN and Microsoft, the Women’s Meaningful Access Project brings high speed internet access to women in rural Ghana.
We Call for Inclusive, Community-led Solutions From COP27…Again
We, at The Hunger Project, call for inclusive, community-led solutions at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP27), including the voices of those most affected by climate change.
Sharing Our 2022-2027 Strategic Framework
Our 2022 Strategic Framework is more than a high-level goal, it’s a framework for a commitment made by our organization to thoughtfully and strategically carry out programming worldwide.
Brick by brick: community members build Mlawe Epicenter in Zambia
Over 12,000 community members from the Vubwi district in Zambia united on August 25, 2022 to celebrate the opening of the Mlawe Epicenter.
World Food Day 2022: Leave No One Behind
The global food system is at the center of the world’s challenges: poverty, health and environmental degradation. This World Food Day 2022 calls for sustainable solutions so no one is left behind in the mission to end hunger.
International Youth Day 2022
International Youth Day is celebrated on August 12 to recognize the influence of young people around the world and to promote their inclusive involvement in building a better future.
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.
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.
Hadijah Encourages Girls Through Kickball
Smallholder farmer and local leader Hadijah uses kickball to mentor girls in her community and build a better future for herself and her family.
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.
A Call for Action at COP29
Climate change is driving hunger around the world. This week at COP29, THP is participating in UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.
UN Report Urges Unified Strategies to Close the Global Hunger Gap
733 million people live in hunger. Investment is key, as highlighted n the 2024 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World Report
Maternal Nutrition: A Catalyst for Community Empowerment
Community-led initiatives in Mozambique, Ethiopia, and Zambia are transforming maternal and child nutrition, improving health outcomes, and breaking the cycle of poverty.
Well Rehabilitation Improves Maternal and Child Nutrition in Uganda
Ensuring reliable access to clean water is crucial for maternal health. Unsafe water affects physical well-being, particularly for pregnant women. Improving water access reduces diseases and stress, benefiting women’s health.
Thriving Mothers. Thriving World. Introducing the World Hunger Day 2024 Campaign
Malnutrition impacts 1 billion women in our world. We are calling for investment in their nutrition to create a world without hunger.
Op-Ed: Lakang sub-county, where women and children are on the edge
On March 26, 2024, Irene Naikali Ssentongo, Country Leader, The Hunger Project-Uganda published an op-ed in New Vision, one of Uganda's leading news outlets to commemorate the launch of our newest epicenter, Amuru. The people living near Amuru are working to overcome...
Communities in Southern Africa demonstrate resilience in a challenging climate
With multiple floods, droughts, and cyclones hitting Southern Africa in the last two months, strengthening community resilience to climate shocks comes into sharp focus as increasingly urgent. As our community partners in Mozambique face Tropical Storm Filipo in...
Women’s Savings Groups in Uganda: Aisha’s Story
In Uganda, savings groups for women’s empowerment are boosting the local economy and supporting entrepreneurs like Aisha.
Invest in Women: International Women’s Day 2024
This International Women’s Day, we reflect on the progress forged by women who have made extraordinary contributions to society.