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Snapshot from the field: WhyHunger’s National Gathering
WhyHunger invited 40 food justice activists and organizers participating in our Building Community Power initiative to gather in the beautiful mountains of Patagonia, Arizona, for three days of celebration, sharing and challenging ourselves to understand the boundaries and opportunities of movement building. Building our individual and collective skill sets, expanding our support networks, and drawing inspiration and motivation from each
04-01-2013
Sesame Workshop Toolkits for Parents
From Elmo to Grover, Sesame Workshop developed a solid toolkit to help talk to kids about the reality of hunger including videos, songs and interactive games. Check out the full toolkit for downloadable resources for parents and childcare providers.
03-01-2013
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02-01-2013
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28-12-2012
Aarón Sánchez Joins WhyHunger as Chef Ambassador
Aarón Sánchez Joins WhyHunger as Chef Ambassador November 26, 2013 In his new role, Sánchez -America's premier Latin chef and star of Food Network's hit series "Chopped" -will help lead events throughout the year to help raise awareness and funds for WhyHunger.
26-12-2012
Happy Holidays!
All of us at WhyHunger wish you a joyous holiday season and a peaceful and just 2013. The Connect blog will be back with more inspiring stories of grassroots change on January 2 – stop by and visit us in the new year!  
24-12-2012
What We’re Reading: Toxic Charity
"Giving to those in need what they could be gaining from their own initiative may well be the kindest way to destroy people." Drawing from four decades of experience as a Christian community developer in Atlanta, Robert Lupton delivers a sharp critique of the "compassion industry:" charitable organizations, congregations and individuals that engage in top-down, one-way giving. He argues that
21-12-2012
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20-12-2012
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20-12-2012
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20-12-2012

Statement from WhyHunger on Lawsuit Against Trump Administration’s Plan to Cut Food Stamps

New York (January 17, 2020) – Alison Cohen, Senior Director of Programs at WhyHunger, issued the following statement regarding the lawsuit filed by 14 states, Washington, D.C. and New York Read more.
January 17, 2020
Hungerthon Campaign Raises $1 Million to End Hunger for Good

New York (January 6, 2020) —WhyHunger— a leader in the movement to end hunger and advance the human right to nutritious food in the U.S. and around the world—today announced Read more.
January 6, 2020
Statement from WhyHunger on the Unwarranted SNAP Requirements

Statement from WhyHunger on the Unwarranted SNAP Requirements New York (December 4, 2019) – Noreen Springstead, executive director of WhyHunger, issued the following statement regarding the tightening of work requirements Read more.
December 5, 2019
WhyHunger’s Hungerthon Campaign Aims to End Hunger

WhyHunger’s Hungerthon Campaign Aims to End Hunger – 34thannual awareness month and fundraising drive launches November 1 –   New York (October 30, 2019)—WhyHunger— a leader in the movement to Read more.
October 30, 2019


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Food Access Problems need Food Justice Solutions

Canadians have a right to food – sort of. In accordance with the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, which the Canadian government ratified in 1976, everyone living Read more.
January 16, 2020
Solidarity, Education and Action! Comedores Sociales: An emerging movement in Puerto Rico

Before Hurricanes Irma and Maria struck in 2017, a large percentage of Puerto Ricans faced food insecurity on a daily basis. In fact, Puerto Ricans were 4 times more likely Read more.
July 8, 2019
L’agroécologie

L’agroécologie permet aux communautés de définir eux-mêmes leurs propres solutions pour produire des aliments sains et conserver les eaux et les sols.   Read more.
April 12, 2018
Agroecology

WhyHunger is proud to release its first agroecology publication, “Agroecology: Putting Food Sovereignty into Action.” Agroecology is an agricultural method… Read more.
April 12, 2018


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