Navigating the hunger crisis in honduras
February 28, 2025
Navigating the hunger crisis in honduras
February 28, 2025
In Honduras, along with the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, World Renew is supporting Comisión de Acción Social Menonita (CASM) to respond to the country’s hunger crisis through providing five months of food parcels for 1,706 people in Intibucá and Yamaranguila, and monthly e-vouchers worth $35 CAD for 625 people in Dolores.
We asked World Renew Honduras, CASM, and program participant Maria Herrera about how this initiative is making a difference in the lives of many Honduran families.
Q: What are the issues people are facing in Intibucá where you’re working?
A: Most poor families in Intibucá rely on agriculture for subsistence. The region has a significant indigenous Lenca population, who primarily engage in farming and handicrafts. Poverty, marginalization, and gender inequality exacerbate food insecurity among the Lenca, particularly women. Limited access to quality agricultural inputs, financing, infrastructure, knowledge, and market information hinders agricultural productivity. Climate change, manifested in extreme weather events, further destabilizes food production. Inflation exacerbates this situation, forcing people to adopt harmful coping mechanisms. – Eduardo Artica, World Renew Honduras
Q: What encourages you to do this work?
A: I am motivated by knowing that my work can transform lives and generate a positive impact in each of the communities. – Olga Ordoñez, CASM project officer
A: Because I find a deep sense of purpose and satisfaction in knowing that we are contributing to those who need it most. – Marlene Chinchilla, CASM regional office director
Q: What difference has this assistance made for your family’s food security?
A: I received a voucher that allowed me to buy food at a nearby store. This food was a tremendous blessing because I didn’t have the means to purchase it otherwise. Previously, I could only afford a pound of rice. Now, thanks to this assistance, I can provide my children with a complete meal and ensure they are well-nourished. I’ve also been able to eat better and maintain my health. It has been a blessing. – Maria Herrera, program participant
This story was originally published in the Canadian Foodgrains Bank’s 2025 Winter edition of Breaking Bread.
In Honduras, along with the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, World Renew is supporting Comisión de Acción Social Menonita (CASM) to respond to the country’s hunger crisis through providing five months of food parcels for 1,706 people in Intibucá and Yamaranguila, and monthly e-vouchers worth $35 CAD for 625 people in Dolores.
We asked World Renew Honduras, CASM, and program participant Maria Herrera about how this initiative is making a difference in the lives of many Honduran families.
Q: What are the issues people are facing in Intibucá where you’re working?
A: Most poor families in Intibucá rely on agriculture for subsistence. The region has a significant indigenous Lenca population, who primarily engage in farming and handicrafts. Poverty, marginalization, and gender inequality exacerbate food insecurity among the Lenca, particularly women. Limited access to quality agricultural inputs, financing, infrastructure, knowledge, and market information hinders agricultural productivity. Climate change, manifested in extreme weather events, further destabilizes food production. Inflation exacerbates this situation, forcing people to adopt harmful coping mechanisms. – Eduardo Artica, World Renew Honduras
Q: What encourages you to do this work?
A: I am motivated by knowing that my work can transform lives and generate a positive impact in each of the communities. – Olga Ordoñez, CASM project officer
A: Because I find a deep sense of purpose and satisfaction in knowing that we are contributing to those who need it most. – Marlene Chinchilla, CASM regional office director
Q: What difference has this assistance made for your family’s food security?
A: I received a voucher that allowed me to buy food at a nearby store. This food was a tremendous blessing because I didn’t have the means to purchase it otherwise. Previously, I could only afford a pound of rice. Now, thanks to this assistance, I can provide my children with a complete meal and ensure they are well-nourished. I’ve also been able to eat better and maintain my health. It has been a blessing. – Maria Herrera, program participant
This story was originally published in the Canadian Foodgrains Bank’s 2025 Winter edition of Breaking Bread.
