Zeroing in on Ending Hunger:
Perspectives on the challenges, priorities, and critical next steps
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Recent estimates show that even prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has been off track to meet its targets for Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger. UN data also shows that at least 120 million more people faced hunger in 2020 compared to 2019.
There is an urgent need to reshape current approaches to food security and nutrition. This report explores the challenges and potential pathways for more sustainable and resilient food systems.
What's inside
- How should the global community tackle the root causes of hunger?
- What is the role of localization in building robust food systems?
- How can different stakeholders collaborate better in the fight against hunger?
- What approaches and technologies can boost progress toward zero hunger?
- How can the global community prepare for future shocks?
- How should the global community tackle the root causes of hunger?
- What is the role of localization in building robust food systems?
- How can different stakeholders collaborate better in the fight against hunger?
- What approaches and technologies can boost progress toward zero hunger?
- How can the global community prepare for future shocks?
Two-thirds of survey respondents say current approaches are insufficient for ending hunger because they fail to address structural causes.
90% of survey respondents believe ending hunger will require different solutions in HICs than LMICs.
65% of respondents believe programs should be designed for long-term results and should include a transfer of ownership to local communities.
Zeroing in on Ending Hunger:
Perspectives on the challenges, priorities, and critical next steps
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Zeroing in on ending hunger
Article by Devex Partnerships
Achieving zero hunger remains possible, but only if current approaches change or the 2030 deadline is extended, a new report shows.
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This Devex special report is produced in partnership with Action Against Hunger
Action Against Hunger
Action Against Hunger is a leader in the global movement to end hunger. We innovate solutions, advocate for change, and reach 25 million people every year with proven hunger prevention and treatment programs. As a nonprofit that works across nearly 50 countries, our 8,300 dedicated staff members partner with communities to address the root causes of hunger, including climate change, conflict, inequity, and emergencies. We strive to create a world free from hunger, for everyone, for good.
