As Gazans face potential Famine, Global Food Crises Demand a Concerted Response. "Starvation is both man-made and preventable... Humanitarian access to hungry people should not be a bargaining chip in negotiations in any conflict."

"This appropriations package is a huge win for families working to keep food on their tables, and especially for mothers and children during a critical point in both physical and mental development” -@E_Mitch06 Eric Mitchell, president of the Alliance.

#WIC is essential to the lives, wellbeing, and nutrition of millions of women and young children across the country. Congress cannot turn its back on these families and ignore their needs. Great piece by @toendhunger, @NatWICAssoc, & @bread4theworld

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Wednesday, Alliance to End Hunger hosted a small luncheon with David M. Beasley to hear about what he learned during his time at World Food Programme. While serving as Executive Director, Gov. Beasley led the UN agency during the most trying time in mode… https://t.co/NyFHDvnyOt

We are still in a "first time since the pandemic" period. Last week, the Alliance to End Hunger held its annual spring meeting at our DC office for the first time since March 2020. It was an informative meeting, where our members had a chance to disc… https://t.co/O75IFerHhh

In a time when food insecurity is rising and food prices remain high, we should be expanding our nation’s social safety net, not restricting it. SNAP’s primary objective is to help people put food on the table; any attempt to turn it into an employment… https://t.co/z1IXGXWIh7

Great editorial by Alliance to End Hunger members Instacart and National WIC Association on why expanding remote access to #WIC is so important. Improving access to WIC means that more children have earlier access to healthy nutrition. There should be a… https://t.co/ctqvYAnQHL

For those of you who may not know him, @KelvinBeachumJr is a 12-year Offensive Lineman for the Arizona Cardinals. I've gotten to know him over the years as a family man who is passionate about justice, equity, and opportunity. He is also a passionate cha… https://t.co/WUPyhsDYkN

WIC has promoted health and nutrition for moms and their children for nearly 50 years. As we approach #MothersDay Modern Moms need a #ModernWIC that can meet them where they are. Urge Congress to Support the MODERN WIC Act.

This week, I was on Capitol Hill with International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) President, Dr. Alvaro Lario. We talked with Members of Congress about the work that IFAD is doing to support small holder farmers. This is critical as we see how… https://t.co/BG8q5IDfsz

When it comes policy makers who are committed to #endinghunger, Congressman Jim McGovern is our biggest champion on Capitol Hill. Today, we talked about greater support for small holder farmers across the globe. Part of that support includes investing in… https://t.co/PqvYSC88VL

@toendhunger weighs in on work requirements for SNAP participants along with these other priorities for 2023 farm bill "We are not in favor of proposed expansion of work requirements" says @E_Mitch06 https://t.co/VwGE25jcB2

We enjoyed spending the day with Alliance to End Hunger member, National WIC Association, educating congressional staff about the benefits of the Modern WIC Act. This bipartisan legislation makes it easier for WIC participants to remotely certify their… https://t.co/b4fO0oNOO2

Worldwide, there are over 800 million people facing hunger. The food crisis is no more apparent than in the Horn of Africa. In Somalia, approximately 6.5 million people will face Crisis level or worse acute food insecurity this year! Yesterday, Allianc… https://t.co/jDrPjpJBMX

Great meeting today with International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Co-Chairs of the House Hunger Caucus as we discussed the benefits of investing in smallholder farmers resilience. #globalfoodsecurity #development

This is a great article that brings attention to hunger in the military. Nearly 25% of military servicemembers have experienced food insecurity. Given the sacrifices that these men and women are doing on behalf of our country, t… https://t.co/GfJzB7eCQY

Not only is it bad policy, but this proposal will inevitably increase hunger within Iowa. Thank you @IowaHunger for leading the charge to protect SNAP.

Late post. Last week I had a chance to thank Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX) for his leadership in passing the Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act. This bipartisan bill authorizes the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to… https://t.co/PnCLO6XIx3

It was an honor having USDA Deputy Secretary, Dr. Jewel Bronaugh give the opening keynote address today at our virtual Hunger Free Communities Summit. Day 1 was a success. It’s not too late to find out what’s in store tomorrow.