The World Food Programme (WFP) has recently announced that 466 million children worldwide benefit from school meal programs, which play a vital role in reducing hunger, promoting education, and supporting children’s health.
In a message shared on its X account, the organization stated that over 100 million children in low-income countries face hunger, and millions of children go to school with empty stomachs.
Part of the WFP’s message highlighted that these programs not only provide nutrition for children but also improve their attendance and concentration in classrooms, preventing dropouts, especially in crisis-affected areas.
The WFP further emphasized that every dollar invested in school meals yields an economic return of up to 35 dollars, and these programs also support smallholder farmers and local economies.
These initiatives are considered key tools in addressing nutritional crises, reducing poverty, and strengthening community resilience as part of social and educational support.
