Hey there, world! 🌎 Did you know that in 2023, a whopping 733 million people—about 9% of our global fam—faced hunger? 😱 That's like if every person in Latin America went hungry! The latest UN report just dropped some eye-opening stats on the state of food security and nutrition, and it's time we pay attention!
The report, titled 'State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2024: Financing to End Hunger, Food Insecurity and Malnutrition in All Its Forms,' was launched on Wednesday by five UN agencies. These include the Food and Agriculture Organization, UNICEF, the World Food Programme, the World Health Organization, and the International Fund for Agricultural Development.
Compared to 2019, that's 152 million more people struggling to find their next meal. 😔 And guess what? We're not on track to end hunger by 2030. The UN's report highlights that billions still lack access to nutritious, safe, and sufficient food.
It's a heavy topic, but it's one that needs our attention. With the world's resources and innovations, can we come together to make a change? 🌱💡
Let's not let these numbers just be stats on a page. They represent real people, real families, and real stories. Together, we can be the generation that ends hunger. 🙌❤️
Stay informed, stay inspired, and let's make a difference!
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UN releases report on state of world food security, nutrition
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