SOCIETY — March 30, 2026
World Food Program: Over 100 Million Children in Low-Income Countries Face Hunger
The World Food Program reports that 466 million children worldwide benefit from school meal programs, while over 100 million in low-income countries face hunger and attend school on empty stomachs. These programs provide up to $35 in economic return per dollar invested and help prevent dropouts in crisis areas.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hasht-e Subh — 2 min read
UNITED NATIONS — The World Food Program (WFP) announced that more than 100 million children in low-income countries face hunger and attend school on empty stomachs.
The WFP stated that 466 million children worldwide benefit from school meal programs. These initiatives reduce hunger, improve education outcomes, enhance health, boost attendance and focus in the classroom, and prevent dropouts, especially in crisis-affected areas.
According to the WFP, every dollar invested in school meals yields up to 35 dollars in economic returns. The programs also support small farmers and stimulate local economies by sourcing food locally.
The organization highlighted that millions of children go to school hungry, underscoring the critical role of these meals in addressing malnutrition and supporting vulnerable populations in low-income settings.
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