Growing out of crises

In 2010 FAO focused attention on 22 countries in protracted crisis situations. People in such situations, in particular those in rural areas, suffer from extreme food insecurity. Undernourishment and hunger are chronic, most dramatically affecting the vulnerable, particularly women, children and the elderly.   GFAR stakeholders recognise that an immediate response to each protracted crisis is necessary. At the same time and in parallel, they recognise the need for commitment to rebuild institutions and capacities to address the un... more