Why Is Global Hunger Not Improving?

The latest report on food security confirms that the drive to eliminate hunger by 2030 has not progressed.

What to know:

• Hunger levels have not changed in the last year as millions of families wonder where their next meal will come from.
• 1 in 11 people faced hunger in 2023 and if current trends continue we won’t reach our 2030 goal.
• Take this quiz: learn about the challenges and why we can’t stop taking action to end this crisis.

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The goal to eliminate hunger seems increasingly out of reach. According to the latest State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report, the number of people suffering from chronic hunger has barely changed in the past year. 

The consequences of COVID-19, extreme weather events, conflicts and economic crisis have pushed 152 million more people into hunger. And If current trends continue, millions more families will fall into this cycle.

“A future free from hunger is possible if we can rally the resources and the political will needed to invest in proven long-term solutions.” Cindy McCain, WFP Executive Director, 

There are solutions but first we need to understand the current challenges. Take the quiz to learn more.