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New campaign calls for school meals to be protected in every budget cut

As governments tighten spending, we are asking for one commitment: that school feeding is the last line cut, not the first. Sign the petition.

Campaigns Team, Global advocacyLondon3 min read

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School meals are one of the few interventions that do several jobs at once: they improve nutrition, they raise attendance, they keep girls in class longer, and in many countries they support local farmers. They are also, reliably, among the first things cut when a budget tightens.

9.6M

children we supported to keep learning last year

A school meal is the cheapest reason a family will give you for sending a child to school instead of to work.

— Education Adviser, global programmes
  • Protect school feeding budget lines from in-year cuts
  • Source school meals locally where supply allows
  • Publish coverage data so gaps are visible and arguable
  • Extend provision through school holidays in crisis-affected districts

The campaign asks for one specific commitment from finance ministries, not a general expression of support. Add your name and we will take the total to the next round of budget negotiations.

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