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Every 15 seconds, a child dies because of hunger. Without long-term US government funding, even more children will die. Hunger is a crisis. It’s also one we can solve.?Reliable funding to tackle malnutrition and hunger?creates a healthier, more secure world.? ? For 45 years, we have led the sector in innovation. We invented the first formula to treat malnourished children, conduct groundbreaking research to promote impact and efficiency, and scale what works globally.??

Yemen is facing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Since conflict began in 2014, millions of women and children have had to bear the brunt of violence. Nearly half the population, or over 17 million people, are food insecure. ? Displacement is widespread. Many individuals end up in displacement camps or dangerous makeshift shelters, often without any insulation or privacy. “There, they face daily uncertainty about where they will end up, or if they’ll ever return home,” said Anne Garella, Director of Middle East Operations. ? Learn more about the challenges in Yemen and our work to support the population:?https://lnkd.in/eTBh5JXn

In Somalia, women are often excluded from farming, Hawo defied the odds to feed her family. Despite devastating floods and droughts, she planted seeds with help from Action Against Hunger, learning innovative farming methods like intercropping and using natural pest control. Her harvest was abundant, providing both food and financial stability. Now, Hawo shares her knowledge with her community, inspiring others to thrive.

The uncertain future for US international aid have dramatic human consequences. In an interview with Nutrition Insight, Eric Bebernitz, Director of External Relations at Action Against Hunger, spoke on the urgency for sustained humanitarian aid to prevent a catastrophic loss of life as millions of children face malnutrition. #HumanitarianAid #GlobalHunger #Nutrition #ActionAgainstHunger #USAID #FundingFreeze #NutritionMatters #FoodSecurity

As Ukraine marks three years of war, an estimated nine million Ukrainians live in poverty and as many as 12.7 million, or 40% of the population, depend on humanitarian aid to survive. Humanitarian operations in the region were already functioning with limited resources and struggling to access frontline areas. With funding now slashed, around 20,000 people in these high-risk zones could face severe consequences. “As a result of this suspension, access to healthcare could become very limited for 18,000 people living in remote areas and in precarious conditions. We had to interrupt psychological support sessions for displaced and traumatized children and teenagers, and around 1,800 people in highly vulnerable situations may no longer receive financial support to cover their basic needs,” explains Ionut Raita, Director of Action Against Hunger in Ukraine.

I was honored to be quoted in this The New York Times opinion piece by Jeremy Konyndyk.? ? The halt of these essential programs comes at a time when Haiti is facing an escalating nutrition and food insecurity crisis. As the number of people suffering from malnutrition continues to rise, the situation is approaching a catastrophic level. ? We must all work together to advocate for sustainable solutions that not only provide immediate aid but also empower communities.? ? Action Against Hunger | ACF-USA Against Hunger https://lnkd.in/eWZ-sjEN

In South Sudan, millions are facing food insecurity after devastating natural disasters and extreme weather. Over 226,000 people have been displaced, 60 healthcare facilities submerged, and 15 major roads blocked. Families are struggling without access to clean water, shelter, and medical care. But there’s hope. Action Against Hunger is working in Paguir, Old Fangak, and New Fangak, helping communities rebuild. Our innovative projects help farmers learn how to grow rice within flood waters. Learn more about how this community and their work to build resilience: Action Against Hunger HEARO

Action Against Hunger held several engagements at the sidelines of the just concluded 38th Africa Union Heads of State Summit in #AddisAbaba. Ritah Kabanyoro, Uganda country director, who led the delegation and spoke at the EWA (Empower Women In Agriculture) high level breakfast, emphasized the need to roll out more programs targeted towards increasing participation of women in agriculture. The side event hosted under the theme, "Scaling up empowerment: Showcasing Results and Strengthening partnerships for women" had attendance from key stakeholders, including Heads of State ( former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo of #Nigeria, Joyce Banda of #Malawi and Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of #Liberia), Government Agencies, African Women Leaders Network (AWLN)?members, UN Agencies, AU representatives, Development Partners, Financial Institutions, Academia, Private Sector Leaders, Civil Society, and Women Farmers. EWA strives to empower women in African agriculture for viable livelihood and food security. Action Against Hunger hosts the EWA secretariat in Uganda. #WomenInAgriculture #EWAInitiative #AUSummit

Action Against Hunger could treat nearly?47,000?children?experiencing life-threatening malnutrition. Thank you for the feature, Sustainable Brands #Nonprofits #Impact #SocialGood

“We have extremely malnourished children who cannot have the treatment that they need. If the funding uncertainty continues, then many of these people will actually die.” Action Against Hunger’s CEO Dr. Charles Owubah spoke on CNN's One World with Zain Asher and Bianna Golodryga to discuss the foreign aid freeze. Watch the full interview:?https://lnkd.in/ev9mTgP2