Location: Asia
Refugees and IDPs face some of the toughest challenges imaginable in their search for stability. One of the worst is hunger.
This a significant moment in Sri Lanka’s history. The country is currently experiencing its worst economic crisis since 1948.
WFP has delivered emergency food assistance to 18,200 people affected by the devastating earthquake that struck the Paktika and Khost provinces of Afghanistan.
WFP has rapidly deployed food and logistics equipment to support communities devastated by the June 22 earthquake that struck near the city of Khost.
Our hearts go out to families impacted by the devastating 5.9 magnitude earthquake that struck Afghanistan early this morning. We are closely monitoring the unfolding situation there and stand ready to support WFP’s response.
WFP began distributing food vouchers to pregnant women in Colombo, marking the start of its emergency response in the country as part of the United Nations Humanitarian Needs and Priorities Plan.
Over four years, the profits of Hason's farming business have grown steadily – allowing her to build a house, pay for the education of her six children and support her adult children's marriages.
Lingering drought and the deep economic crisis mean unprecedented hunger will continue to threaten the lives and livelihoods of millions of people across Afghanistan.
Here are seven stories of mothers who are protecting, caring for and feeding their families. Each simply wants their children to live in safety with access to good food and education.
The almost 1 million Rohingya refugees and their host community in Cox’s Bazar need continued support almost five years after they were forced to flee their homes for safety.
World Food Program USA announces three new grantees for The Catherine Bertini Trust Fund for Girls’ Education: Lamia Afghan Foundation, Razia’s Ray of Hope Foundation and School of Leadership Afghanistan.
Almost overnight, Asia’s most fragile economy collapsed. For millions of people, WFP’s emergency food assistance has been a lifeline amidst chaos and uncertainty.