COVID-19 has led to a global response through expanded social safety nets as countries struggle to mitigate the health and economic risks related to the virus and lockdowns. The June 11th IFPRI policy seminar, "Social Safety Nets and COVID-19", presents evidence on social safety nets, how well this response has addressed food security and nutrition, and opportunities and challenges going forward.
Micronutrients in emergencies: How to prevent an increase in hidden hunger
In this June 9 IFPRI policy seminar, experts use knowledge from previous emergencies to inform policies to meet the micronutrient needs of people affected by COVID-19.
How can we re-orient food and health systems to protect nutrition during COVID-19?
The COVID-19 pandemic — and the related economic crisis and disrupted food and health systems — will likely worsen all forms of malnutrition globally. In this policy seminar, researchers reflect on positive adaptations that could rebuild stronger health, economic, and food systems, and thereby protect nutrition and health.
Requirements for a gender-sensitive COVID-19 response in agriculture and food security
This May 21 policy seminar brings together perspectives from researchers, civil society, and development assistance in a discussion of the elements of a gender-sensitive COVID-19 response. They will also present an emerging gender research agenda to inform future programmatic and policy responses.
COVID-19’s implications for food security, nutrition, and poverty
In this virtual event, hosted by IFPRI on April 30th, 2020, experts look at how developing countries can respond in ways that promote food security, nutrition, and equity. Senior Research Fellow Derek Headey also discusses how COVID-19 will further damage Myanmar's vulnerable groups through two main mechanisms: dietary quality and healthcare.