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Explore the definition of food security, reasons for hunger, and how farmers are affected. Learn how to end hunger by advocating and making a positive impact on food security. Join the fight against hunger!
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Hunger and Food Security What is it?
Food Security: “When all people, at all times, have physical and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life” (World Food Summit, 1996)
Why are People Hungry? • Poverty • Conflict • Natural disasters and environmental degradation • Inequality • Fluctuating food prices • Unjust policies
Why are farmers hungry? • Climate and weather: erratic rainfall, drought, and natural hazards • Land degradation or lack of ownership • Poor infrastructure • Lack of access to agricultural support
What can WE do to END HUNGER? LEARN Check out: www.foodgrainsbank.ca ADVOCATE Share what you know and tell decision-makers that you care GIVE REFLECT How you can make a smaller footprint, and contribute to food security through your everyday actions???