Action Against Hunger / Action contre la Faim Canada’s Post

In Gaza, mothers and mothers-to-be struggle to care for themselves & their children amidst scarce resources.💔 That's why Action Against Hunger recently launched a new program in Gaza that provides supplementary nutrients designed to prevent and reduce malnutrition in children and breastfeeding women. With the support of our partners, we aim to reach over 13,000 women and children each month. 💙💚

Hunger is on the rise. In 2023, the number of people facing hunger grew by 24 million. By July 2024, this number is predicted to double. Why? Because of 👇👇 ❌Rising conflict ❌Extreme weather events ❌Economic shocks This is a stark reminder that we must act NOW to end hunger. As a global community, we need to scale up solutions and invest in our food systems to effectively address this crisis and prevent it from worsening. It's time that we end hunger for everyone, everywhere, for good. Read more about the current food crisis▶️https://lnkd.in/e2fxAfAC #foodinsecurity #hungercrisis #famine

#NowHiring: INVITATION TO TENDER FOR NUTRITION SERVICES We are excited to launch a tender for nutrition services - this intends to bring onboard institutional partners capable of providing NiE technical support in response to requests coming from countries. The purpose of this Call for Tenders is to solicit competitive offers for the supply of Nutrition Services for the Global Nutrition Cluster and the SMART Team within Action Against Hunger Canada. Closing Date: Sunday 19th of May 2024, at 23:59, EST The explanatory meeting for former, current, and prospective partners on the purpose and intention of the tender can be found here: (https://lnkd.in/ejKB6hKt) The clarification meeting on the RFP, will be held on 29 April at 09:00 EST. Please register using this link: Clarification meeting Registration link (https://lnkd.in/eYfgp8_V)   To apply to RFP, click on the following link: RFP (https://lnkd.in/eHYnTj4J)

According to the Global Report On Food Crisis, in 2023, over 281 million people worldwide faced acute food insecurity, marking a rise from pre-pandemic levels. Despite marginal improvements in some areas, the number of individuals in dire need increased by 24 million since 2022. Conflicts, economic shocks, and weather extremes continue to worsen these alarming trends. As we face these challenges, it's imperative to prioritize sustainable solutions and increase support for vulnerable communities. Let's work together to address the root causes of food insecurity and ensure a future where everyone has access to nutritious food. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/e2fxAfAC   #FoodSecurity #GlobalChallenges #HumanitarianAid #SustainableDevelopment #EndHunger2024

Hunger isn’t just about food. It’s a health issue, too. Yet, in too many places, rising conflict and fragile health systems are making it increasingly harder for families to access basic health services, including nutrition programs. With rates of malnutrition rapidly growing worldwide, action is desperately needed. Learn more 👇👇 https://lnkd.in/e6YXJMG9 #Hunger #Nutrition #PublicHealth

Meet Safiyo, a resilient mother who faced unimaginable challenges. Forced to flee their village in #Somalia because of a long-term drought, Safiyo and her family sought refuge in a faraway displacement camp. With few income opportunities available at the camp, the family could often only eat once a day. Soon after, Ali, Safiyo's eight-month-old child, became ill with fever, cough and loss of appetite. Seeking assistance, Safiyo turned to a medical center in the camp operated by Action Against Hunger and supported by Global Affairs Canada | Affaires mondiales Canada through the Humanitarian Coalition | Coalition Humanitaire. There, Ali received life-saving care, and Safiyo learned new feeding practices to help her take on a proactive role in her family's health. Today, Safiyo and her children are thriving thanks to the support they received.💚💙 Discover more about Safiyo's journey of hope here 👇👇 https://lnkd.in/erGi2prx

Meet Dr. Salma Mahayu 🩺, who leads a dedicated team of doctors and nurses at the Kiomboi Therapeutic Feeding Unit in Tanzania. Together, she and her colleagues provide treatment for children with severe malnutrition and empower families with knowledge about the signs and symptoms of malnutrition so that they can get their children treated sooner. “I am happy we can save lives, change the lives of children, and raise awareness about what malnutrition is, its causes, and its treatment,” says Dr. Salma. Learn more👇👇 https://lnkd.in/ekjEfbbx #Nutrition #Malnutrition #HealthForAll

Our teams in Gaza have provided essential assistance to over 820,000 people. But, as the catastrophe worsens, more support is desperately needed. An immediate and permanent ceasefire is the only way to prevent famine in Gaza, ensure the safe release of hostages, and allow urgent aid to reach those in desperate need. #CeasefireNOW #Gaza #HumanitarianAid

Over the past year, 8.2 million people have been displaced by the conflict in Sudan. More than 6.5 million people have been forced to move within Sudan, and around 2 million have fled to neighbouring countries. In South Sudan alone, an estimated 2,100 people arrive every day from Sudan. While our teams are trying to support refugees with essential aid, they're struggling to keep up amidst dwindling resources. Learn more about the situation 👇👇 https://lnkd.in/eE_jSU8k #SouthSudan #Sudan #Conflict #HumanitarianResponse

With over 2 million people from Sudan seeking refuge in neighbouring countries grappling with their own crises, there's an urgent need for increased humanitarian support. That's why we’re incredibly grateful to Global Affairs Canada | Affaires mondiales Canada for supporting our work across CAR, Chad, Ethiopia, and South Sudan. The new funding will provide life-saving assistance to people in need. 💚💙 Learn more here 👇👇 #Conflict #HumanitarianResponse #TogetherAgainstHunger