Current Research Areas

The causes of hunger in the United States are rooted in poverty. We need to create good jobs for everyone who can work, provide adequate work supports, and offer incentives so low-income workers are able to save and build wealth.

U.S. agricultural trade policies are sorely in need of reform. Farm payments shield U.S. farmers from loss during periods when prices are low. As a result, farmers in the developing world cannot compete.

The MDGs represent an unprecedented effort to better the lives of hungry and poor people across the globe.

Rising food prices and the financial crisis have led to an increase in hunger and malnutrition. The consequences of malnutrition among children under two are long-term and irreversible.

There are 38 million immigrants in the U.S. Eleven to 12 million are unauthorized immigrants. Without policy change based on economic reality, the costs for families and society will increase.

925 million people are hungry worldwide. Every day, almost 16,000 children die from hunger-related causes. Yet we are hopeful. Together, we can change history for hungry people.

refers to funding the United States provides other countries. Poverty-focused development assistance improves the lives of millions of people around the world.

If we don't take strong action, the consequences could be catastrophic. Climate change disproportionately affects poor countries and poor people.