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Highlights
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In 2016, WFP Guatemala has supported 694,600 food-insecure people; 91 percent under its protracted relief and recovery operation. Cash-based transfers (CBT) reached 24,000 households.
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In close collaboration with the Government, WFP builds long-term resilience of vulnerable communities affected by natural disasters and climate change.
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Nutrition education, women empowerment and institutional capacity are integrated into all WFP interventions. WFP promotes the principles of equality, no discrimination, transparency and accountability among its implementing partners.
Operational Updates
- Under the Regional PRRO 200490, WFP continued to provide conditional food assistance to 37,900 people affected by the drought using food assistance and cash-based transfers (CBT). Within the development framework of assistance, WFP provided a specialized nutritious food to 2,600 children aged 6-24 months in October.
Capacity Development
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In addition to food assistance, South-South Triangular Cooperation (SSC) among Chile/Guatemala/WFP supports the use of biofortified maize and bean seeds among smallholder farmers in organizations included in the Purchase-for-Progress initiative.
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The regional capacity development project funded by the UK Department for International Development (DfID) supports emergency preparedness and response to recurrent disasters, particularly associated with drought and flooding. WFP and UNICEF work closely with the National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction (CONRED).
Looking Ahead
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WFP Guatemala advocates for Zero Hunger in the context of its ongoing operations and the preparation of a country strategic plan, which will be fully aligned with Sustainable Development Goals 2 and 17, and the UN Development Assistance Framework, ensuring all partners’ engagement and adequate resourcing level.
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WFP will continue strengthening capacities of government institutions and their technical staff to ensure the sustainability and scaling up of WFPsupported interventions within national strategies, policies and plans.
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WFP food assistance using vouchers will be further developed relying on local retail network of shops and market fairs.