About Event-
World Food Day, observed annually on October 16th, is a global initiative that calls attention to the pressing issues of hunger, food security, and nutrition. Established by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 1981, this day serves as a solemn reminder of the organization’s founding in 1945 and the need to address the profound challenges related to food.
This day has a dual purpose: to raise awareness about the alarming extent of global hunger and to galvanize collective action to alleviate it. Each year, World Food Day has a specifictheme, often aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These themes help focus attention
on critical issues within the realm of food and agriculture, ranging from climate change and sustainable farming practices to access to nutritious food.
World Food Day encourages nations, organizations, and individuals to work together in combating hunger and malnutrition, promoting agricultural sustainability, and supporting equitable access to food. Through a wide array of activities such as educational campaigns, conferences, workshops, and food drives, this day symbolizes our commitment to a world where no one suffers from hunger or food insecurity.
In sum, World Food Day is a pivotal occasion that emphasizes our shared responsibility to ensure a future where every individual has access to sufficient, safe, and nourishing food, while underscoring the importance of sustainable agriculture in achieving this goal.
Content of the Event: World Food Day is celebrated annually on October 16th to raise awareness about hunger and food security worldwide. It was established by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 1981 to mark the organization’s founding anniversary in 1945. The day serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing global issues related to food and nutrition.
Highlights-
World Food Day is an important annual event that raises awareness about global food-related issues and aims to inspire action towards a world with food security and improved nutrition for all. Here are some of the highlights and key aspects of World Food Day:
1. Theme: Each year, World Food Day has a specific theme chosen by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. These themes address various aspects of food security, nutrition, and agriculture, such as climate change, sustainable farming practices, food waste reduction, and more.
2. Global Awareness: World Food Day is a globally recognized event celebrated in over 150 countries. It draws attention to the severity of hunger and malnutrition on a global scale, highlighting that millions of people go to bed hungry every day.
3. Education and Advocacy: The day serves as an educational platform, with a focus on raising awareness about the causes and consequences of food insecurity and malnutrition. It provides an opportunity for advocacy, as governments, organizations, and individuals come together to discuss and promote solutions to these issues.
4. Community Engagement: World Food Day often involves various activities at local levels, including
community events, food drives, seminars, and workshops. These activities engage people at the
grassroots level, encouraging them to take part in addressing food-related challenges.
5. Partnerships and Collaboration: The day encourages collaboration among governments, non-governmental organizations, the private sector, and individuals to work together in addressing food security and nutrition. Partnerships are essential to finding effective solutions.
Course Name (Participants)- DBUU STUDENTS & FACULTIES
Date Time & Venue of Events: 16/10/2023 , SOHMT BLOCK
Time : 12:30-2:00 PM
Date, Time & Venue of the Event:
- 16-Oct-2023, 12:30, SOHMT BLOCK
Event Coordinator
- Mr. Siddhi Vinayak
Contact Person:
- Mr. Siddhi Vinayak
AIM of the Event:
1.Raise Awareness: World Food Day aims to raise global awareness about the critical issues of hunger, food security, and malnutrition.
2. Promote Food Security: One of the primary goals of World Food Day is to promote food security. This means ensuring that all people, at all times, have physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food.
3. Advocate for Sustainable Agriculture: The day encourages sustainable agricultural practices that can provide a consistent and adequate food supply for the growing global population while safeguarding the environment and natural resources for future generations.
4. Inspire Action: World Food Day is a call to action. It prompts governments, organizations, and individuals to take concrete steps to address issues related to hunger and food security, such as supporting food assistance programs, investing in agricultural development, and promoting equitable food distribution.
5. Address Malnutrition: Another important aim is to tackle malnutrition, including both undernutrition and overnutrition (obesity).
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