Natural disasters are a leading cause of hunger. Not only do they cut off families' access to food in the short term, they can also affect a community's ability to fend off hunger in the long term. That's why, as part of its mission to fight hunger worldwide, an important part of WFP's work involves finding ways to reduce the risks associated with natural disasters.
The theme of International Day of Disaster Reduction this year is "Women and Girls - the [in]Visible Force of Resilience". It's an idea that resonates powerfully with WFP and reflects our conviction that investing in women is one of the most effective ways of preventing hunger, both in the long and short term.
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