Action Against Hunger HEARO

One in 11 people worldwide go to bed hungry every night, according to the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (#SOFI) report, which was released today.    That means that 733 million people are #foodinsecure. Chronic inequality, conflict, and climate shocks are driving the hunger around the world.    Funding is essential to mitigate this crisis. “The good news is that the international community has the tools and the knowledge to prevent hunger for everyone, for good,” said Dr. Charles E. Owubah, CEO of Action Against Hunger. “Yet, unless we close the growing gap between community needs and available funding, this preventable crisis will continue.”  

Through combined regional and country advocacy, Aktion gegen den Hunger | Action Against Hunger in Ethiopia was able to influence the #GermanEmbassyinEthiopia to support the rehabilitation and maintenance of Labihawle-2 Deep Well in Somali region. The deep water well, which had been in disrepair since 2022 was vital in water security as it provided water for drinking, livestock and farming.

Providing critical relief to 7000+ internally displaced individuals in #Kasese, Uganda due to landslides and floods. With a special focus on pregnant and lactating mothers. Grateful for the support from Sida. Ensuring the well-being of these vulnerable groups is our top priority. 🙏🇸🇪 #disasterrelief #supportingmothers

Read the impact of Isack Mabula, a healthcare professional who has undergone multiple training on nutrition and currently supporting the rollout of the National Village Health and Nutrition Day to enhance nutrition awareness and education in rural communities in #Tanzania

Amid the widespread destruction caused by severe flooding in #Kenya, the interventions implemented by Action Against Hunger are offering a crucial lifeline for thousands of flood victims.

Earlier this month, Action Against Hunger alongside World Vision Kenya, CARE Kenya and Scaling Up Nutrition CSA Kenya had a productive meeting with Dr. Sultan Matendechero, Deputy Director for Health, at Ministry of Health, Kenya. The team underscored the power of strengthened collaboration with the government to enhance health outcomes in Kenya, following the ECSA ministerial meeting and the Nutrition for Growth accountability workshop in Arusha, Tanzania. Discussions centred on the government's priority of strengthening primary health care, with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention. By investing in these areas, Kenya has the potential to save up to 90% of the health budget, redirecting funds to development and sustainability projects. The importance of addressing gender and protection issues, maternal, child, and adolescent health and nutrition, WASH, and mental health care were also emphasised particularly in the face of climate-induced disasters that have driven many into poverty. The need for data-driven evidence to support effective programming was highlighted as well as the necessity of a unified approach to health involving all sectors, civil society organisations, and development partners. The participants agreed to continue engagements and collaboration towards regional and global health and nutrition initiatives, including ECSA resolutions, Nutrition for Growth commitments, and climate change. Together, we aim to connect and harness our shared and unique resources for improved health and nutrition for all. #ForEveryone #ForGood

Breaking barriers and defying harmful norms! Action Against Hunger Somalia's Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) training in #Bakool funded by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDOGovUK) thsought to empower partcipants to drive gender equality and promote inclusion in community resource sharing. #GenderEquality #Inclusion #SocialChange 🌟

Following destruction caused by floods & landslides, more than 18,000 people in the Kasese area will receive urgent relief assistance thanks to Sida's Rapid Response Mechanism’s swift approval, channeled through Action Against Hunger Uganda. Efforts will focus on distribution of water treatment chemicals, procurement and distribution of some household hygiene and baby wash kits, rehabilitate damaged water sources, install gender sensitive communal latrines and bath shelters. 🙏🇸🇪 #disasterrelief https://lnkd.in/da3h7hbg

Since January 2022, the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Action Against Hunger and funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, has been piloting the MAMI program in Adjumani and Kiryandongo Districts. Covering 22 health facilities, we've focused on capacity building, tool development, and nutrition management for at-risk infants. Our goal is national integration of MAMI into Uganda’s health system. Today, at the ministry of health headquarters, we shared our progress with stakeholders including lessons learned, challenges faced and discussed future possibilities for expanding this vital initiative. 🌍💪 #HealthForAll #MAMIGlobalNetwork #ActionAgainstHunger