Why Do People Experience Food Insecurity?

The United Nations Committee on World Food Security defines food security as "when [people] have the physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life." Food insecurity can take many forms, including the difficult decisions families must make between food, medicine, housing, and other basic necessities. It doesn't necessarily denote a constant state of hunger, but instead, an inconsistent ability to access nutrious food that is required for people to thrive.

Lack of Transportation

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Houselessness

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Indirect Access Barriers

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Can't Afford Food

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Global Food Paradigm

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Solutions

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Healthcare Access

Improve Food Assistance

Eliminate Poverty

Access to Housing

Climate Resilience

Neighborhood Infrastructure

Education Justice

Invest in Local Food