1 billion people live in chronic hunger. Sign the petition to end hunger.

Can the private sector end hunger?

The pros and cons of corporate involvement

A recent report by aid organization Oxfam caused a stir by pointing out that the world’s 10 largest food companies – who reportedly make US$1 billion a day – are falling short on workers’ and farmers’ rights, the environment, and transparency about their supply chains.

Kids teach us how to tackle hunger

Experimento Comparte shows sharing is the key to success

Try a simple experiment: sit two young children in front of one sandwich and with a hidden camera observe how they react. This is the viral video of fundraising campaign Experimento Comparte, by Action Against Hunger Spain. [...]

Score the goals: teaming up to achieve the Millennium Development Goals

Football heroes star in UN comic book against hunger

"Score the goals: Teaming up to achieve the Millennium Development Goals" tells the story of the footballers and their fans, who are shipwrecked. They all must find food, water and shelter, and resolve health issues – extreme challenges that almost one billion undernourished people face daily. [...]

The Big Effect Girls can create

Now you know why girls matter in Food Security

In developing countries, being born a girl means a challenging life ahead. Watch this. See what hurdles and risks await these girls. Think how we can unleash their potential. [...]

Hungry Planet – Episode 11

Stories of UN food agencies’ joint battle against chronic hunger

One billion. That's the number of hungry people worldwide. The effects are heartbreaking. Solutions are needed now to feed future generations. [...]

Closing the gap between men and women in agriculture

Women are the secret weapon in the fight against hunger

Did you know that women make up 43 percent of the agricultural labour force in developing countries? Did you know that because they are women, their access to resources and opportunities are limited? [...]

Chronic hunger is a simple, nasty reality for the person who suffers. But bringing an end to hunger is a complex challenge. Learn about the forces that cause hunger, who’s working on the problem and what’s working. Be informed. You’ll find a lot of resources right here.