First-of-its kind: Global Hidden Hunger Index

The unified global efforts to mitigate the high burden of vitamin and mineral deficiency, known as hidden hunger, in populations around the world are crucial to the achievement of most of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The Hidden Hunger Index was developed in consultation with high-level scientists, academics and decision makers from a range of global institutions, including UN agencies, U.S. government agencies, universities and international NGOs.

July 3, 2013 - Last update: July 4, 2022

The unified global efforts to mitigate the high burden of vitamin and mineral deficiency, known as hidden hunger, in populations around the world are crucial to the achievement of most of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).

The Hidden Hunger Index was developed in consultation with high-level scientists, academics and decision makers from a range of global institutions, including UN agencies, U.S. government agencies, universities and international NGOs. Working together, these actors developed indices and maps of global hidden hunger to help prioritize program assistance, and to serve as an evidence-based global advocacy tool.
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