Action Against Hunger has been a leader in the global fight against hunger and malnutrition for over 40 years. Join us and help save lives!
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Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent & severe, putting lives and livelihoods at risk.
This #EarthDay, help us respond. @canadahelps is matching donations 2x to our emergency relief appeal.
🔗Donate today:canadahelps.org/en/charities…
📍 In Afghanistan, 22.9M people- half the population- need urgent humanitarian aid.
Action Against Hunger runs therapeutic feeding units & supports Family Health Houses, providing lifesaving care in remote villages.
🔗Learn more: actionagainsthunger.ca/story…
Hunger isn’t just about food — it’s a health issue too.
In places like Afghanistan, basic care can be hard to access. Our teams are reaching remote areas with life-saving health and nutrition support.
Learn more 👇
🔗 actionagainsthunger.ca/story…
#WorldHealthDay
Hunger crises don’t happen overnight—they build over time.
Our teams are using early warning systems to monitor, predict & respond before hunger escalates.
By forecasting risks, we can take action sooner, save lives, and prevent suffering.
🔗Learn more:actionagainsthunger.ca/story…
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"The U.S.’s recent actions illustrate the stark consequences of blanket cuts.
Already, mothers and their malnourished infants are being turned away from Action Against Hunger’s treatment centres."
Check out our CEO Onome Ako's op-ed in @TheHillTimes: ow.ly/wXXj50VtVXN
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For over 30 yrs, we have worked alongside the Burmese people, supporting nutrition, hygiene, water & sanitation, mental health & disaster response.
After last week's devastating earthquakes, our teams are working tirelessly to assess humanitarian needs & coordinate a response.
🚨A devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, followed by a 6.4 aftershock, causing widespread destruction.
Our teams in Myanmar are safe & ready to respond, but we need your help.
Donate today to support our emergency response👇
actionagainsthunger.ca/myanm…
Good nutrition is a universal challenge across the world.
Malnutrition affects 1 in 3 people globally.
#N4GParis is a chance to unite against this crisis and advocate for a more sustainable future.
🍁Canada must step up for people everywhere. 👇
actionagainsthunger.ca/app/u…
The water crisis in Gaza has reached alarming levels🚨
❌1.4M people—receive less than 6 liters of water per day
❌ 67% of water & sanitation infrastructure is damaged or destroyed
❌ 68% of roads are in ruins, crippling supply routes
Learn more👇
actionagainsthunger.ca/story…
➡️DYK that inaction on malnutrition could cost the 🌎 economy $41 trillion?!
Investing in nutrition isn't only the right thing to do but a sound investment.
At #N4GParis, we need investments to tackle the cost of inaction and fuel economic growth!📈🥙
Suzanne Takkenberg, Country Director for Action Against Hunger Lebanon, shares her insights on the deepening crisis.
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Hunger is rising—but women are the key to change. 💪
Programs like GENTU, funded by @canadadev, show that when women have access to land, education & resources, they can break the cycle of hunger & lift entire communities.
Ending hunger starts with women. 💙💚
#IWD2025
The recent decision to suspend the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza threatens millions of lives and the essential work of humanitarian organizations.
Learn more about the effects of the suspension here👇
actionagainsthunger.ca/story…
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Ramadan Mubarak to everyone observing! 🌙
Around the world, many of the communities we support will be fasting, coming together with loved ones, and sharing what they have.
Let's join hands to make a difference and help those in need.💛
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In #Ukraine, the constant threat of airstrikes, displacement, and loss has taken a devastating toll on mental health.
🚨An estimated 10M people are at risk of developing a mental disorder.
Learn more 👇
actionagainsthunger.ca/story…
🚨After 3 years of conflict, Ukraine is facing one of the world’s largest displacement crises. Up to 40% of the population relies on humanitarian aid.
But, with funding declining, the situation is at risk of getting even worse.
Learn more 👇👇
actionagainsthunger.ca/story…
"As soon as we arrived with the water trucks, their eyes were full of gratitude despite the pain they were feeling," said an Action Against Hunger worker in Gaza.
Our teams are in Gaza, providing emergency support with the World Central Kitchen.
👇Swipe through to learn more.
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DYK? Children face the worst consequences during conflict, like hunger and malnutrition.
@JustinTrudeau & @HonAhmedHussen: Canada must support children living in crises at #N4GParis!
Learn more: actionagainsthunger.ca/app/u…
#Nutrition4Growth #cdnpoli
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The humanitarian crisis in North Kivu is escalating.
We urge all parties involved in the conflict to⬇️
❌ Prioritize the protection of civilians and humanitarian workers
❌ Safeguard vital infrastructure
❌ Ensure unrestricted access for humanitarian aid to assist those in need
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Onions are more than just a kitchen staple—they’re packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties and have been used in traditional medicine for centuries.🌱
Discover how farmers in South Sudan are using onions to create lasting change 👇
🔗 actionagainsthunger.ca/story…