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Every day, about 925 million people experience hunger. That's more than the population of North and South America combined!
The poor have to spend up to 75 percent of their income on food. And food prices just keep going up.
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Kenya | Eyangan, 70, is a widow who tries to provide for her four grandchildren, but has no reliable source of income. The children's mother died recently from stomach complications. To make matters worse, the prices of maize — a local dietary staple — have risen sharply in recent months. Without assistance to cope with this food crisis, Eyangan fears that her family will starve to death. full story
Eastern Africa | More than 27 million hungry children and families are in urgent need of help following months of severe drought, high food prices, and civil unrest. "I don't even know what the kids are going to eat," says Lochoro, a mother of five. Desperate to feed her children, Lochoro hopes to earn 400 shillings (about 25 cents) — so she can buy rats for meat. full story
Mali | Twelve days ago, Adama arrived at the health clinic in Faladje on her mother's back, looking tired and weak. She was underweight for her age and wanted to sleep all the time instead of play. Mariama waited in line with other concerned mothers, hoping for a solution to Adama's tiredness. Read on to find out how World Vision works with communities on nutrition education. full story
Zambia | Until she consulted with a World Vision nutrition specialist, Harriet didn't even know that malnutrition was the cause of her little boy's pain. Swangirai cried loudly as he arrived at the Siansowa Health Center in Zambia. His mother, Harriet, had no idea how to calm the boy's distress. He was frail, with a swollen face and legs. Read on to learn how the 11-month-old is now on his way to full recovery. full story
India | "I don't like my parents leaving us," says 8-year-old Babita. Her parents, however, see no alternative. Food shortages and erratic rainfall force many in their central Indian village to venture far from home in search of work. full story
Bangladesh | Standing in front of a chalkboard in the village center, Shakhin addresses an audience of eight young mothers. She is leading a 12-day training session offered by World Vision that teaches moms how to identify signs of malnutrition and prepare nutritious meals for their children. full story
