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More than 820 million people are hungry globally.
It is an endeavour to stimulate discussion and to enhance a wide commitment on a human rights- based approach.
Empowering consumers by improving their roles as agents of change contributes towards more sustainable and equitable food systems.
Three networks at regional and national level made of scholars and researchers are contributing to the strengthening of legal, policy and institutional frameworks to achieve Zero Hunger.
Policy makers in the region position the right to adequate food at the highest level of the political and legislative agenda across the continent and at country level.
Ensuring the human right to adequate food is a fundamental responsibility of states and societies everywhere.
237 million people affected in sub-Saharan Africa, straining global and continental hunger eradication efforts.
Consumers around the world have a right to expect that the foods they purchase and eat are safe and good quality.
2018 has already come to a close and we all know we have left some things undone. As you plan your New Year’s resolutions, FAO recommends you to include a Right to Food Publication in your reading list.
FAO urges parliamentarians from all over the world to place food security and nutrition at the top of the political agenda.