As New York City struggles to feed tens of thousands of newly arrived asylum seekers, local organizations are stepping up to provide nutritious, culturally appropriate meals that meet their diverse dietary needs.
Hummustown Helps Refugees Find Stability in a New Home
The cooperative offers financial independence and stability for Syrian refugees and other vulnerable communities in Italy.
Food Banks Respond to Food Crisis as Russia’s War Against Ukraine Continues
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues, food banks in Ukraine and across Europe providing food aid for Ukrainians.
Farming Fish for a Food Secure Future in Algeria’s Sahrawi Refugee Camps
Refugees from Western Sahara are working to develop a tilapia farm in one of Algeria’s five camps, which would increase food security and build economic autonomy.
Organizations Providing Food Relief in Ukraine
Organizations like CARE, IRC, and World Central Kitchen are on the ground, providing food to Ukrainians affected by violence.
19 Refugee-Powered Culinary Programs
These visionary chefs and activists creating programs and spaces for refugees to fuel their futures and their communities.
How COVID-19 is Affecting Refugees
Organizations find ways to support food security to refugees during COVID-19 lockdowns.
Restaurant Welcomes Refugees With Free Culinary Program
Emma’s Torch works to empower refugees by establishing a culinary program that prepares them for jobs in the culinary industry.
Opinion | A Food Support System for Venezuelan Refugees in Colombia
A food support system for Venezuelan refugees in Colombia, beginning with local farmers who grow fruits and vegetables to the local kitchens that cook and serve them, is critical and is bringing hope to Venezuelan families during this refugee crisis.
Empowering Refugees in Kenya Through Urban Farming
Urban farming can be a livelihood strategy for refugees and host communities living in the Kalobeyei Settlement in northern Kenya.
Opinion | Trees: Generous Wild Hosts for Refugees in Uganda
From refugees from South Sudan, trees form a significant part of their story from when they flee from political war to their arrival in settlements.
16 Initiatives Redefining Food and Agriculture Across the Middle East
Across the Middle East urbanization, climate change, and resource scarcity threaten food security, these 16 food and agriculture initiatives redefine how the region grows, eats, and disposes of its food.
Greening Uganda: Restoring Native Forest Cover To Increase Local Resilience
The Native Seeds Project is providing local farmers and refugee communities with sustainable nutrition and increasing their resilience to climate change.
The World Food Program: Fighting Hunger With Blockchain
According to Robert Opp, Director of Innovation and Change Management at WFP, “The exciting part is that these innovations, often developed for more commercially attractive markets, have such potential to improve the lives of those who are furthest behind.”
Helping Refugees Become Sustainable Farmers
New Roots for Refugees works with refugees to build independence through farming. Empowering graduates of the program to acquire their own land, they hope farmers will expand their businesses and continue selling produce at local markets.
On #WorldRefugeeDay, These 19 Global Organizations Are Redefining Food Aid
On World Refugee Day 2018, Food Tank highlights 19 diverse and global organizations dedicated to erasing refugee food insecurity and hunger
