Food Security and Nutrition in Humanitarian Emergencies

2 Credits.

Examines food aid, food insecurity, and nutritional deficiencies as they appear in different types of humanitarian emergencies. Discusses profiles of major international relief organizations involved in nutrition and food assistance and common programmatic interventions used in response to food crises. Emphasizes development of practical skills and knowledge that can be applied in field settings. Students learn to appraise and compare content, cost, and logistical considerations associated with large-scale feeding programs, and become familiar with nutrition surveys and curative nutrition programs. Factors contributing to food insecurity are considered and various response modalities, including in-kind assistance and cash-based approaches, discussed.