CESVI: protagonist of the fourth leg of the Social Relay
The protagonist of the fourth leg of the relay Social is CESVI, that today, Monday November 3 to Sunday 9 will send from its official Twitter and Facebook accounts a series of updates on key aspects of the global food issue.
Founded in Bergamo in 1985 and part of the European non-governmental the network of Alliance2015, CESVI is a secular and independent humanitarian organization, thanks to more than 30 overseas offices acting in the areas of poverty reduction, sustainable development and reconstruction after wars and disasters , carrying out projects that are valued resources of local communities.
Food Right Now
In its first post and tweet on Monday, November 3 it will present the themes that will be developed during the week: food insecurity, climate change, water, hidden hunger and the price volatility.
Right to Food On
Tuesday November 4, it will continue talking about "food insecurity" – not having access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food for leading a healthy life.
Climate and food, how they are changing
Wednesday November 5 will address the issue of climate change, a fact evident by now, but whose effects on food security in many countries are often ignored.
Water is the source of life
On Thursday, November 6 it will focus on the fundamental importance of water in our lives. It is estimated that every year in the world between 6 and 8 million people die as a result of illness contracted using non-potable water.
Hidden Hunger
On Friday, November 7 the topic of the post will be the "hidden hunger", a condition caused by chronic under-nutrition and a diet low in vitamins and minerals. The challenge of the hidden hunger is also the theme of the last Global Hunger Index, a version of which was presented on October 13 in Milan with the support of Expo 2015.
The volatility of food prices
Saturday, November 8 will address the complex issue of changing food prices in the global economy, a key factor in causing waves of food shortages.
The commitment of CESVI for the right to food
In its final post on Sunday November 9, CESVI will talk about the effort that continues to ensure access to food: the projects put into practice in developing countries in the fight against hunger and the information campaigns carried out in Italy to promote the right to food for all.