"Free School Lunches: A Solution to Brazil's Pandemic-Induced Hunger Crisis?"

Brazil's school lunch program, a key part of the country's anti-poverty efforts, has become crucial in combating hunger exacerbated by the pandemic. The program, enshrined in the constitution, provides free meals to over 40 million students and supports economic opportunities for farmers and employment for parents. However, the pandemic led to a resurgence of hunger, with 33.1 million people affected, prompting the government to strengthen public policies and double down on the school feeding program, along with other efforts to alleviate post-pandemic poverty.