World Food Programme (WFP)
Why it Matters?
UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) has accused Israeli forces of firing on Palestinians seeking food aid in Gaza, resulting in at least 80 deaths.
What You Should Know?
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization combating hunger and promoting food security.
WFP was established in 1961 by the United Nations General Assembly and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
It is headquartered in Rome, Italy, and operates in over 120 countries and territories.
It has been functioning in India since 1963.
Two-thirds of WFP’s work is in conflict-affected countries, where undernutrition is most severe.
WFP is entirely voluntarily funded, with 93.5% of government contributions going directly to operations.
In 2020, WFP was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for its role in fighting hunger and contributing to peace.
WFP ensures accountability, transparency, and independent evaluation to uphold ethical standards.
Major operational areas include Sudan, Gaza, Afghanistan, Yemen, Ethiopia, Somalia, and Myanmar.
WFP partners with UN agencies, governments, NGOs, and the private sector to deliver food assistance.