WHAT WE DO

The Feinstein International Center’s mission is to protect and strengthen the lives, livelihoods, and dignity of people affected by or at risk of hunger or humanitarian crises. We strive to fulfill that mission with work in three primary areas:

WORLD HUNGER

The number of undernourished people around the world is rising. Feinstein is investing in research and education aimed at reversing this trend and meeting the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal of Zero Global Hunger by 2030.

In collaboration with our colleagues across the Friedman School, we examine world hunger in its full complexity — from molecular processes to planetary food systems, from laboratories to farms, and from the individual suffering wrought by hunger and malnutrition to the broadest impacts on economics and the development of nations.

HUMANITARIAN CRISES
Humanitarian crises are on the rise globally. With the looming threats of climate change, conflict, economic shocks, and pandemics, the prospects for the future are worrying. Feinstein researchers are conducting pioneering research and offering unique educational opportunities that explore how the world can transform its approach to humanitarian crises to the meet the growing needs of the coming decades.
FAMINE

Feinstein’s original mission was to address the challenge of famine. Today, we remain focused on this work by examining the intersection of world hunger and humanitarian crises, where famine and other food and nutrition emergencies arise. After decades of progress, the risk of famine has returned as a major global concern, and Feinstein researchers are thought leaders in renewed efforts to understand and prevent these crises.

OUR WORK

For over 25 years, the Feinstein International Center has combined local understanding with a planetary vision to address world hunger, humanitarian crises, and their intersection in famine. Through research, education, and partnership, we advance global efforts like the United Nations’ 2030 Sustainable Development Goal of Zero Hunger.
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Feinstein research stands out for its in-depth qualitative approach…They are atypical academics in that they are willing to engage in tough issues and tough places and are geared towards informing decision-making, not just working for the sake of research generation.
JON KURTZ, MERCY CORPS

OUR VALUES

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PEOPLE FOCUSED
  • We put people affected by or at risk of hunger or humanitarian crises at the center of our work.
  • We are committed to developing the next generation of leaders and researchers.
  • We promote the development and well-being of all those associated with the Center through an inclusive, flexible, and supportive work culture.
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ETHICAL, RIGOROUS, AND TRANSPARENT
  • Our research adheres to the highest ethical standards.
  • We use the most rigorous methods that are suitable for each context.
  • We work within national, regional, and international frameworks and promote open and transparent relationships with authorities and communities.
COLLABORATIVE
  • We seek genuine partnerships with local, national, and international stakeholders.
  • We are committed to working with and developing local research capacities.
  • We strive to effectively communicate our research findings to crisis-affected communities, policymakers, and practitioners.

OUR HISTORY

In 2022, we celebrated 25 years of partnership and transformational research, education, and impact. Learn about our history through this short film.

SUPPORT US

In a complex and changing world, hope begins with understanding. Since 1997, the Feinstein International Center has been engaged in transformational research, education, and impact. Today, we continue to work towards a better world where no one is hungry and humanity is resilient in the face of crises.

Please support us to reach our goals.