Special Interest: Women
After years of working in a centuries-old system of slavery, these women are building better lives for their families.
To mark World Breastfeeding Week, we are recognizing those who support vulnerable mothers and babies around the world.
Dorica Samson's 2-year-old son refused to feed on anything other than breast milk, and he eventually fell sick. Things look a lot different for them these days.
Six years ago, in the middle of the Aegean Sea, Yusra Mardini tread water for her life. This summer, she swam as one of 29 athletes chosen to compete in Tokyo as members of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Refugee Olympic team.
How can moms breastfeed if they can’t feed themselves? What role do fathers play in infant nutrition? How do refugee parents find food in a war zone? These are their stories.
The closest job Happy's husband could find was 600 miles away, leaving her to care for their two children while pregnant with their third. A local clinic and a micro loan changed their lives.
A top student with dreams of becoming a doctor, Rani was already defying gender and cultural norms at a very young age. Meals and 'magic sprinkles' made it possible.
We all need the warmth of friendship to survive and thrive: Luckily we have plenty. Here are some of our favorites from across the globe.
In episode 33 of the Hacking Hunger podcast, we highlight the challenges faced by pregnant mothers, new moms and young children in this pop-up city.
A resilience-building initiative backed by WFP and Korea is empowering communities recovering from displacement — and enabling new friendships.
Clara is at the forefront of the fight against malnutrition, and is one of 480 trained community health volunteers trained by WFP.
Gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls are pre-conditions for the eradication of poverty and hunger and are essential to achieve all Sustainable Development Goals.