Could Ireland lead the world in ending hunger? Ireland, its Diaspora, and the fight against hunger

Good for them, the best of luck to them. bythebay, you wouldn't happen to be one of those that you speak about would you? Your negativity is very apparent, no matter what the topic seems to be on here.

Four good men taking a stand against hunger. If you think it's possible then it is. How many more will get involved? Look at the way the food is grown, though. The world can't continue to rely on fossil fuel based chemicals to grow food. Two issues can be resolved at once, if food is grown organically, thereby supplying food that is more nutritious, while lowering the carbon footprint for the planet.

Beware of hangers-on using Ireland for their own ends.

Lofty goal indeed Niall,good luck!

There is a saying from the Talmud that "whoever saves one life, it is as if he [or she] has saved the whole world. ... Based on studies of successful efforts, it is best to start on a very modest scale,even helping just one person.Let's not be disheartened at what doesn't get through to those who need it the most.€50 will save a child's life every time.

Feeding the hungary is a very noble activity, and Ireland as a whole has for a over a century contributed more than its fair share to that very worthy cause. However, not all donations for hunger relief reach those for whom it is intented. Several months ago, I read in one of Dublin's leading newspapers a letter by the head of a well known clarity, which stated that €104 billion collected for worldwide charities each year falls into the hands of corrupt officials and does not benefit those who need it the most.