A Guide for Activists

Handbook on African Hunger

• Author(s): John Prendergast, Terence Miller,
• Publisher: Maryknoll Justice and Peace Office
• Pages: 28
• ISBN_10: 093425513X
  ISBN_13: 9780934255134
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Social Science / General , Social Science / Sociology / General , Social Science / Poverty & Homelessness ,

Description:... Intended to be a concise resource on hunger in Africa for the Catholic activist who wants to use this information to help transform U.S. government policies that perpetuate hunger. Gives an overview of the structural causes of chronic hunger and the various approaches to reducing hunger and preventing famine, as well as an overview of congressional processes and procedures which gives the activist a beginner's guide on how to influence public policies made in Washington. Contains suggestions for local communities and parishes who wish to organize grassroots initiatives, write letters, or make phone calls. Provides a list of organizations dedicated to the eradication of hunger.