Global hunger: 7 facts you need to know

In a world where up to 783 million people — 1 in 10 of the world’s population — face chronic hunger, understanding the scope and drivers of this crisis is more important than ever. From armed conflicts and extreme weather events to the lasting socio-economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, global hunger levels are at a critical point.Here are seven key facts about global hunger and food insecurity.1. Food insecurity is increasing at an alarming rate. In 2022, nearly 258 million people across 58 countries experienced crisis-level food insecurity or worse, according to the World Food Programme (WFP). Crisis levels and above indicate that affected people have so little food that their lives or livelihoods are in immediate danger. This number of people is the highest on record and represents the fourth consecutive year of increasing acute food insecurity globally. [A young child is cradled within a mother's arms. Another set of hands reaches in to measure the baby's arm circumference.]( Global hunger: 7 facts you need to know In a world where up to 783 million people — 1 in 10 of the world’s population — face chronic hunger, understanding the scope and drivers of this crisis is more important than ever. From armed conflicts and extreme weather events to the lasting socio-economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, global hunger levels are at a critical point. Here are seven key facts about global hunger and food insecurity. 1. Food insecurity is increasing at an alarming rate. In 2022, nearly 258 million people across 58 countries experienced crisis-level food insecurity or worse, according to the World Food Programme (WFP). Crisis levels and above indicate that affected people have so little food that their lives or livelihoods are in immediate danger. This number of people is the highest on record and represents the fourth consecutive year of increasing acute food insecurity globally. [READ MORE]( [A healthcare provider in a World Vision lab coat gives a baby a checkup as a mother holds her.]( Pray to end global hunger Join us in prayer for people who are hungry and those who are working to help feed them. [READ MORE]( [A baby's arm circumference is measures as a mother places her hand on the baby's head.]( Sudan crisis and how to help Learn about the crisis in Sudan and our efforts to support impacted children and families. [READ MORE]( [A girl in pigtails smiles from a doorway while holding a red curtain aside.]( Yesica flourishes with recipe changes World Vision's guidance on dietary changes improved once-underweight Yesica's health through nutrition. [READ MORE]( [A farmer tending to his crops with a raised hoe on the lush, terraced hills in northern Rwanda.]( Disaster response to partnerships World Vision’s support for vulnerable communities extends beyond immediate disaster relief. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Facebook]( [World Vision Youtube Channel]( [Instagram]( --------------------------------------------------------------- World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. [Read more about our work.]( World Vision, P.O. Box 9716, Federal Way, WA 98063 1.888.511.6514 [Privacy Policy]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Sign In]( | Campaign = 400079762 | Donor No. = 106150834 Having trouble viewing this email? [View it online](.