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Zero Hunger Project

Zero Hunger Project

By: Suman Roy
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 Join us on the Zero Hunger Project Podcast, as we dive into the fight against hunger and explore actionable solutions to create a world where no one goes to bed hungry. Each episode highlights innovative programs, partnerships, and advocacy efforts aimed at eradicating hunger. Through inspiring interviews, powerful stories, and expert insights, we bring you closer to the grassroots efforts and larger initiatives making a real impact. Learn how you can be part of the solution, whether through volunteering, donating, or raising awareness. Together, we can build a hunger-free future. Tune in and be part of the change!2025 Economics Management Management & Leadership Social Sciences
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  • When Machines Meet Humanity: The Future of Ending Hunger

    When Machines Meet Humanity: The Future of Ending Hunger
    Dec 17 2025
    Every movement for a hunger-free world begins with a moment of honesty. A pause where you ask yourself what change is truly possible. In this episode of the Zero Hunger Project, Jaron Porciello, Associate Director at Cornell University, challenges you to rethink how evidence, technology, and human connection shape the global fight against hunger. Jaron breaks down what half a million research articles revealed through Ceres2030: the world lacks shared definitions, clear costs, and coordinated action. She shows you why hunger is a systems problem held together by human choices, political will, and the stories we choose to listen to. You'll hear how misinformation, siloed decision-making, and declining trust slow global action. Jaron also offers a candid reflection on the SDGs and why the next phase of progress must return to fundamentals Let this episode sharpen how you think about hunger. Tune in now: When Machines Meet Humanity: The Future of Ending Hunger. Jaron Porciello is an information scientist and policy expert working at the intersection of agriculture, data science, and global development. She is best known for co-leading Ceres2030, a groundbreaking project that used machine learning and systematic evidence reviews to guide donor investments toward ending hunger by 2030. As co-founder of Havos AI and the Juno Evidence Alliance, Jaron helps governments and nonprofit organizations use data and AI to strengthen decisionmaking in food systems and global health. Now at Cornell University, she leads initiatives that advance open science, equitable knowledge systems, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Website: https://cals.cornell.edu/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/CornellCALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/cornelluniversitycals/# X: https://x.com/CornellCALS LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaron-porciello/ https://www.linkedin.com/school/cornell-university-college-of-agriculture-and-life-sciences/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/CornellCALS Suman Roy is a globally recognized leader in food security, poverty reduction, and community resilience. As the founder of Feed Scarborough and a key force behind Hunger-Free Canada and the Zero Hunger Project, he is dedicated to ensuring no one goes to bed hungry. He played a pivotal role in crafting Toronto's first Food Strategy and has represented Canada at the United Nations and FAO to champion sustainable development goals. With multiple global leadership awards, including CEO of the Year (NGO) and Visionary of the Year, Suman is a sought-after expert on global food security. His mission is clear: to create a hunger-free, resilient future for all. Website: https://sumanroy.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chef.suman.7 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefsuman/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefsuman/ X: https://x.com/chefsuman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWrU2TbiLazorpOHjsDJhkA Stacia Neale, M.A., is a seasoned professional dedicated to fostering equality, representation, and social justice. With a background in sociology and decades of experience across entrepreneurial, non-profit, and corporate sectors, she brings a unique perspective to addressing systemic challenges. During the pandemic, she launched The Skills Audit, a transformative program empowering individuals to articulate their professional identities and maximize their potential. Her work is driven by a deep commitment to uplifting marginalized communities and creating opportunities for growth. Through authenticity and advocacy, Stacia continues to champion meaningful change on a global scale. Website: https://www.theskillsaudit.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theskillsaudit# LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacianeale/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-skills-audit/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskillsaudit/ Produced by https://www.BroadcastYourAuthority.com
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    51 mins
  • From Policy to Plate: Building Sustainable Food Systems

    From Policy to Plate: Building Sustainable Food Systems
    Dec 9 2025
    A better food future starts with the choices we make and the courage to reimagine what's possible In this episode of the Zero Hunger Project, Paul Newnham, CEO of the SDG2 Advocacy Hub, speaks about how bold policy, local action, and global collaboration can reshape the entire food system. Paul walks you through the challenges that continue to shape our world: rising food prices, climate pressures, and political instability. You'll learn how the Chefs' Manifesto, Beans Is How, and global dialogues across continents are shifting the narrative from crisis to opportunity. Paul explains why chefs matter, why beans hold surprising power in sustainable diets, and why evidence-driven policy remains a critical tool in ending hunger. Hear how your voice, choices, and advocacy can help shape a food system that nourishes people and protects the planet. Watch the full episode of From Policy to Plate: Building Sustainable Food Systems. Paul Newnham is the CEO of the SDG2 Advocacy Hub, where he leads global efforts to accelerate progress toward Zero Hunger by uniting NGOs, UN agencies, civil society, and the private sector. A strategic innovator with more than 25 years of experience, he works at the intersection of policy, people, and purpose to transform how the world thinks about and builds sustainable food systems. Paul is also the founder of the Chefs' Manifesto, a network of over 1,800 chefs across 100+ countries championing action-driven solutions from policy to plate. As host of the Future Fork podcast, he elevates bold ideas and diverse voices shaping the future of food. His mission is to build collaborative, scalable, and community-rooted solutions that make sustainable food systems a global reality. Website: https://sdg2advocacyhub.org/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulNewnham/ https://www.facebook.com/sdg2advocacyhub/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulnewnham/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/sdg2-advocacy-hub/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/paulnewnham/ X: https://x.com/paulnewnham?lang=en Suman Roy is a globally recognized leader in food security, poverty reduction, and community resilience. As the founder of Feed Scarborough and a key force behind Hunger-Free Canada and the Zero Hunger Project, he is dedicated to ensuring no one goes to bed hungry. He played a pivotal role in crafting Toronto's first Food Strategy and has represented Canada at the United Nations and FAO to champion sustainable development goals. With multiple global leadership awards, including CEO of the Year (NGO) and Visionary of the Year, Suman is a sought-after expert on global food security. His mission is clear: to create a hunger-free, resilient future for all. Website: https://sumanroy.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chef.suman.7 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefsuman/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefsuman/ X: https://x.com/chefsuman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWrU2TbiLazorpOHjsDJhkA Stacia Neale, M.A., is a seasoned professional dedicated to fostering equality, representation, and social justice. With a background in sociology and decades of experience across entrepreneurial, non-profit, and corporate sectors, she brings a unique perspective to addressing systemic challenges. During the pandemic, she launched The Skills Audit, a transformative program empowering individuals to articulate their professional identities and maximize their potential. Her work is driven by a deep commitment to uplifting marginalized communities and creating opportunities for growth. Through authenticity and advocacy, Stacia continues to champion meaningful change on a global scale. Website: https://www.theskillsaudit.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theskillsaudit# LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacianeale/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-skills-audit/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskillsaudit/ Produced by https://www.BroadcastYourAuthority.com
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    39 mins
  • The Power of Political Will: How Uzbekistan Is Ending Poverty

    The Power of Political Will: How Uzbekistan Is Ending Poverty
    Dec 2 2025

    Progress accelerates when leadership chooses people first.

    In this episode of the Zero Hunger Project, Bahrom Khidirbaev and Diydor Berdiklichev talk about how their nation reduced poverty from 35% to 6.6% in just seven years, a transformation driven by empathy, data, and decisive action.

    Bahrom shares how Uzbekistan built an inclusive system where every community has a dedicated social worker and over 100 coordinated social programs under one agency. Diydor offers a data-driven look at the country's progress and how economic growth and social protection go hand in hand.

    Together, they show that ending poverty is a matter of choosing to act with purpose and vision.

    When governments commit to people-first policies, progress isn't just a dream. It's a decision. Tune in to the full episode of The Power of Political Will: How Uzbekistan Is Ending Poverty.

    Diydor Berdiklichev is a Social Protection Specialist and Poverty Economist who leads program research at the Social Policy Lab. His work focuses on development economics, impact evaluations, and poverty‑reduction strategies that strengthen how governments design and deliver social assistance. Diydor's research has contributed to major policy shifts in Uzbekistan, showcasing how data‑driven decisions and political will can dramatically reduce poverty rates. His mission is to ensure social protection systems are fair, effective, and capable of transforming lives at a national scale.

    LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/d-berdiklichev/?originalSubdomain=uz

    Suman Roy is a globally recognized leader in food security, poverty reduction, and community resilience. As the founder of Feed Scarborough and a key force behind Hunger-Free Canada and the Zero Hunger Project, he is dedicated to ensuring no one goes to bed hungry. He played a pivotal role in crafting Toronto's first Food Strategy and has represented Canada at the United Nations and FAO to champion sustainable development goals. With multiple global leadership awards, including CEO of the Year (NGO) and Visionary of the Year, Suman is a sought-after expert on global food security. His mission is clear: to create a hunger-free, resilient future for all.

    Website: https://sumanroy.ca/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chef.suman.7

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefsuman/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefsuman/

    X: https://x.com/chefsuman

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWrU2TbiLazorpOHjsDJhkA

    Stacia Neale, M.A., is a seasoned professional dedicated to fostering equality, representation, and social justice. With a background in sociology and decades of experience across entrepreneurial, non-profit, and corporate sectors, she brings a unique perspective to addressing systemic challenges. During the pandemic, she launched The Skills Audit, a transformative program empowering individuals to articulate their professional identities and maximize their potential. Her work is driven by a deep commitment to uplifting marginalized communities and creating opportunities for growth. Through authenticity and advocacy, Stacia continues to champion meaningful change on a global scale.

    Website: https://www.theskillsaudit.ca/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theskillsaudit#

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacianeale/

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-skills-audit/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskillsaudit/

    Produced by https://www.BroadcastYourAuthority.com
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    43 mins
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