World Food Programme Caribbean Seeks Local Organizations for Emergency Food Assistance in Jamaica
The World Food Programme (WFP) Caribbean is actively seeking Jamaica-based civil society and non-governmental organizations to bolster the country's emergency preparedness and response capabilities. This initiative aims to facilitate rapid, large-scale in-kind food assistance during national emergencies. The program is part of the WFP Multi-Country Strategic Plan (2022–2026) and builds upon lessons learned from recent hurricane and disaster responses. The primary objectives include providing emergency food assistance to crisis-affected populations, helping disaster-affected households meet their food and nutrition needs, and supporting access to essential food during and after crises. Selected organizations will be responsible for activities such as rapid food distribution, storage of emergency food supplies, food transformation or kitting, and community sensitization through public information campaigns. This collaborative effort seeks to strengthen national emergency response coordination and improve col... 
