Information systems for food security

Food security information systems help target vulnerable groups and identify policies and programmes which improve their resilience to future shocks.

Integrated Food Security and Humanitarian Phase (IPC) Classification Framework

The IPC is an innovative tool for improving food security analysis and decision-making.

It is a standardised scale that integrates food security, nutrition and livelihood information into a clear statement about the nature and severity of a crisis and implications for strategic response.

IPC was initially developed by FAO in Somalia through the Food Security Analysis Unit and is being developed further by key partners.  It has been piloted and is now used in many countries in Africa and Asia. 

Food Insecurity and Vulnerability Information and Mapping Systems Initiative (FIVIMS)

FIVIMS promotes understanding of the causes and characteristics of food insecurity. It also improves policy making, targeting and monitoring of interventions aimed at reducing hunger.