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ProjectAssistance to Parliamentary Fronts Against Hunger in Selected Countries of the Caricom Caribbean - TCP/SLC/3701 2022
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The Parliamentary Front against Hunger ( for Latin America and the Caribbean ( began in 2009 within the framework of the Hunger Free Latin America and the Caribbean Initiative, as a policy process to set agenda and build political commitment for policy development and implementation against hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition Assistance provided thus far, has resulted in the establishment of platforms ( regional and subregional integrated by parliamentarians from ruling and opposition parties to permanently end hunger The importance of supporting the PFH has grown with the recognition of the significance of the work and commitment of legislators/parliamentarians as a key factor for placing Food and Nutrition Security ( and the fight against hunger at the highest possible level of political and legislative agendas As stated by the CARICOM, the PFH is being used as a vehicle to achieve SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) The project aimed to strengthen the elaboration and implementation of appropriate policies and legislation for food and nutrition security in selected Caribbean countries, with an effective institutional framework, linked with the key results identified by FAO and the governments of Grenada, Haiti and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, by supporting these countries’ parliaments and consolidating permanent and plural spaces within them, in the form of PFH To achieve this, FAO provided technical support based on the experiences of 21 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, where PFH chapters have been established. -
BookletParliamentary Fronts Against Hunger in the Caribbean
The voice of the people represented in the parliamentarians in compliance with the right to food
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No results found.This document explores the role of Parliamentary Fronts Against Hunger (PFH) in the Caribbean, highlighting their contribution to food and nutritional security, sustainable agriculture, and the fulfillment of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. By leveraging parliamentary frameworks, PFHs have advanced inclusive legislation and budget allocations that prioritize the right to food and the eradication of hunger. The report focuses on experiences in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Belize, and Haiti, showcasing initiatives like the Zero Hunger Trust Fund and policies addressing school feeding and agricultural resilience.Key achievements include fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration, integrating gender perspectives, and addressing socio-political challenges through transparent and participatory governance. The PFHs have also promoted technical capacity building and the exchange of good practices, ensuring the sustainability of their programs despite disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and political instability in some nations. For instance, the Saint Vincent Zero Hunger Trust Fund serves as a model for innovative financing and multi-sectoral engagement.The document underscores the importance of maintaining strong political commitment and international support for PFHs to continue their transformative work. Recommendations include strengthening partnerships, enhancing advocacy efforts, and securing resources to expand the reach of these initiatives. The lessons learned from the Caribbean experience can serve as inspiration for other regions pursuing equitable and resilient food systems. -
NewsletterParliamentary Fronts and Alliances against Hunger and Malnutrition Newsletter, July 2019 - Issue #1 2019Parliamentarians are key partners in the fight against hunger and all forms of malnutrition. When adequate legislative frameworks support programs which address food and nutrition insecurity, nutrition indicators improve considerably. FAO supports parliamentarians as they promote or enact legislative and other measures to address specific issues relating to food and nutrition security; in raising awareness on the aforementioned issues, including with their constituencies; in providing a dedicated space for dialogue, discussion and exchange of views on issues relating to food security amongst themselves; and in sharing experiences with other parliamentarians and parliamentary bodies around the world. This newsletter highlights the latest legislatives advances against hunger and malnutrition worldwide.
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