Zero Hunger: Transforming evidence-based success into effective change

An overview of the three phase Zero Hunger series

6 June 2011, ACF International

This briefing pulls together evidence from secondary research in contexts which have had relative success in bringing down undernutrition rates, with field based evidence from Niger, where undernutrition is a persistent problem. Combined with analysis of the relevance and potential of the regional approach in the fight against hunger in West Africa, the briefing introduces six key success factors which have been instrumental in the fight against hunger worldwide.  The Zero Hunger Series argues that good nutrition is the foundation of human development; it must be at the forefront of all development and poverty reduction policies.

It emphasizes the importance of civil society participation in decision-making and governance to reinforce sustainability of interventions. The Series also recognizes that tackling undernutrition requires a multi-phase and multi-sectoral approach implemented through well coordinated institutions. The significance of sustained financial support is also underlined.

Zero Hunger Overview

Language: English