Hunger Impacts Everything
Hunger impacts every aspect of life — and its effects last for generations.
Health: The Foundation of Life
“Almost half of all childhood deaths worldwide occur in children with malnutrition.”
Malnutrition weakens the immune system, making children more vulnerable to infections and diseases. It’s not just a health issue — it’s a life-or-death crisis.
Livelihood: The Power to Provide
“783 million people globally don’t receive enough nutrition to lead an active, healthy life.”
Without proper nutrition, people lack the energy and strength to work, earn, and support their families — trapping them in a cycle of poverty.
Education: The Key to a Better Future
“Without the right nutrients, the brain cannot develop properly, affecting learning and life skills.”
Malnourished children struggle to concentrate, learn, and thrive in school — limiting their potential before they even begin.
Why This Matters:
When we fight hunger, we’re not just feeding people — we’re giving them a chance at health, education, and a better life. Ending hunger is the first step toward ending poverty.
Hunger facts and quotes
Hunger 101
Considering how easy it is for untrue statements and misconceptions to spread in our age of information, we urge you to learn the facts for yourself. We’ve compiled a list of useful figures and quotes to equip you on our shared journey to a hunger-free world.
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Educational Resources
Dive Deeper
Numbers alone don’t tell the story. That’s why we’ve compiled these multimedia resources — from videos to infographics — to help you, your group and your classroom understand the scale of hunger.
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