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A more systemic and structural approach is required to address food insecurity, rather than relying on reactive, short-term solutions.

Alleviating Hunger: The Role of Organizations in Food Security In this video, we discuss the importance of organizations like Great Plains Food Bank in providing food security and alleviating hunger. Discover how we can improve distribution to meet the needs of those facing food insecurity. #AlleviatingHunger #FoodSecurity #FoodBank #HungerRelief #DistributionProblem #NoOneGoesHungry #CommunitySupport #FoodAssistance #FightHunger #EndingHunger

To address #FoodInsecurity, you need to focus on where it exists. From Arkansas to New York, there are millions of Americans struggling to secure food for their households. Addressing food insecurity takes centering the communities affected. When this is done, real change can happen. #FoodDeserts #FoodEquity

December 31,2024 marks a critical time for those centered on food insecurity when it comes to SNAP. With a change in administration, concerns over card skimming and a possible budget neutral approach to the program (even with higher food costs), 2025 could mark some critical impacts for hunger relief. FoodBridge, LLC is committed to enabling hunger relief organizations with the technology and resources necessary to meet the increasing demand for food and nutrition for our insecure neighbors. https://lnkd.in/eMhzinn8

Local & Regional News Food desert elimination grant combats food insecurity in Arkansas KUAR | By Sophia Nourani / KUAF Published September 17, 2024 at 3:55 PM CDT A new study conducted by the federal department of agriculture, or the USDA, has identified Arkansas as the most food insecure state in the country. With almost 20% of the state lacking resources to feed their household, Arkansas has a significantly higher rate of hunger than the national average of 12%. There is a food desert in every county in Arkansas. What’s a food desert? According to the USDA, it’s a term used to describe a region with a large number of households facing low incomes, inadequate access to transportation and a limited number of food retailers providing fresh, affordable produce. In a rural state like Arkansas, these types of areas are common to find. And while residents may be growing food in these farming-driven communities, CEO of the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance’s Sylvia Blain said the food isn’t for the farmers. https://lnkd.in/gMNqVd8q

Around the world food insecurity is improving, but New Zealand is getting worse. How can we turn the tide? A recent UN report shows food insecurity in New Zealand has climbed to 16.4% of the population, higher than Australia, the US, and the UK. Key drivers include rising food prices, inflation, and growing economic insecurity, disproportionately affecting Māori, Pacific communities, and low-income families. At KiwiHarvest, we see this firsthand, with demand for food support increasing every day. Currently we have fifty one recipient agencies on our waiting list requiring food assistance. Learn more about the impact of food insecurity:  https://lnkd.in/gUQ_YA38 #KiwiHarvest #FoodInsecurity #FoodRescue Image: Getty Images; additional design The Spinoff

Canadian Food Crisis - Nearly 23% of the Canadian population reported food insecurity in 2022 - Food insecurity numbers are 'sickening' but not surprising, says researcher #canadianfoodcrisis #foodinsecurity #foodcrisis #canada #foodinsecure #statisticscanada

🚨 The 2024 USDA Food Security Report shows a sharp rise in hunger, with 47.4 million Americans facing food insecurity in 2023. At Feed America, we’re working to address this crisis and ensure no one goes hungry. Learn more about the key findings and how we’re taking action..⬇️ #EndHunger #FoodInsecurity #FeedAmerica

The alarming rise in food insecurity in the nation is highlighted in the most recent report from the WFP Sierra Leone Country Office. A startling 82% of people live in food insecurity, with 18% of households being classified as severely food insecure, according to the February 2024 Food Security Monitoring System Report. #SierraLeone

The COVID-19 pandemic increased food insecurity, with Rhode Island's insecurity hitting a 20 year high.  Multiple policy responses addressed this at the time, like the CARES Act which combatted hunger and supported food access programs across the state. However, funding has since run out, and Rhode Islanders are once again experiencing increased levels of food insecurity, along with an increase in food costs. MPA Grace Feisthamel explores the sustainability of impactful policy solutions and presents recommendations for addressing hunger. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/e2KNQ-9B #CornellPolicyReview #CornellMPA #GovernmentAndPolitics #FoodSecurity #FoodInsecurity #CARESAct #RhodeIsland