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Everyone deserves dignified access to nutritious food. Unfortunately, neighbors facing hunger shared their lived experiences with Feeding America and determined that is not always the case when trying to get help from federal food assistance programs. They miss out on critical support and are stripped of their fundamental humanity and dignity because of several roadblocks that stand in the way—technological gaps, disproportionate benefit levels and fear of asking for help due to the stigma that surrounds food insecurity. There needs to be a shift in both policy and culture to make sure ordinary people like Keisha receive the support they need in a kind, respectful manner. Dive deeper into Feeding America's Elevating Voices: Insights Report and learn how to give voice at bit.ly/3rrxJJp. #HungerActionMonth

Today is Hunger Action Day. While it may be hard to believe, there are many people in your community and within the United States that struggle to keep their cupboards and refrigerators full of nutritious food. Even though you may not see them struggling, it doesn’t mean that they aren’t there. Learn more about common hunger misconceptions and what you can do to fight hunger in America. - https://bit.ly/44xYcT6

Did you know that 1 in 10 South Carolinians, including 1 in 7 children, struggle with food insecurity? This means many families and individuals are unsure of where their next meal will come from. With your support, we can change that! September is #HungerActionMonth. Did you know that every community in the U.S., including our own, experiences food insecurity? Food insecurity can impact anyone regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, ability, geography, national origin or any other distinguishing characteristic or trait. Join the movement to end hunger at https://lnkd.in/gUJ28h9D. Every action―big or small―is one step closer to an America where no one is hungry.

Armed #conflict is a critical driver of global food insecurity and hunger, profoundly impacting communities. Addressing the root causes of conflict is essential to forge a future where no one goes hungry.  Read more from a recent report on the 18 #HungerHotspots: https://bit.ly/49jMYp6 #HungryforAction | #FoodSecurity | World Food Programme | International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC

Efforts to combat global hunger are crucial, but more urgent action is needed to reach those in need of life-saving food. Worlvision delves into 10 key facts about world hunger and ways to protect children and families from extreme hunger: https://lnkd.in/dfq28bj5.

We’re going big to make hunger history. We’re working on a big, bold moonshot goal to cut hunger in half for all Minnesotans by 2030. New knowledge and partnerships have led us to a defining moment in the fight against hunger. We need bold new solutions, stronger connections, and a way to clearly measure our progress so we can understand what’s working. It’s time to get to work. With the help of the whole community including our corporate partners Cargill and Target, we’ll reduce hunger today by increasing access to emergency food, prevent hunger tomorrow with policy, partnerships and one-on-one services, and track progress to ensure we’re effective and accountable.

Today is Drought and Desertification Day, a day to recognise the challenges posed by land degradation and drought on vulnerable people and communities around the world. Previously considered a local issue, land degradation is now a recognised global crisis, leading to food and water insecurity, ecosystem collapse, displacement of people and conflict. Responsible governance of land is critical for us to build resilience against the impacts of climate change, including drought. Restoring degraded land and ecosystems is restoring nature and our resilience, secures our food and water, ensures a sustainable future for the younger generations and those not yet born.

Ending hunger requires a TRUE UNDERSTANDING of its root causes.🍽️ The Unsettling Truth: Food insecurity is a silent struggle amidst plenty. In a nation known for abundance, millions STILL face hunger. Check out our blog post diving into the rising crisis, impacting our local community. https://lnkd.in/eW2-2hAv #FoodInsecurity #OleanFoodPantry #CommunityInNeed #OleanStrong #EconomicDisparities #FoodForAll #FoodHeroes #HungerHeroes #NutritionMatters #BreakTheCycle #FightHunger #CommunityResponse