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The Alumni Network (AN) of the World Food Programme (WFP) brings together former employees, i.e., retirees and former contract holders (continuing, indefinite appointment, fixed-term, short term, international professional, JPO, GS, national officer, consultant, field SSA, SC, UN Volunteer, intern, spouse/partner, surviving spouse/partner). We reunite in friendship globally and renew and maintain contact with each other. 

Conceived by ex staff members in 2013 – the organization’s 50th anniversary year – the network aims to mobilise retirees and former colleagues to support WFP in its efforts to combat hunger. After being formally announced by former Executive Director, Ertharin Cousin, at WFP’s Executive Board in February 2013, WFP AN took form in December 2013, when over 100 participants, coming from all over the world, gathered for the 50th-anniversary celebrations of WFP. A Letter of Understanding was signed with WFP on 14th November 2014, and AN Statutes were drawn up.

Initiatives undertaken by WFP AN, in close collaboration with WFP’s Human Resources Division include, but are not limited to, the use of WFP AN members in field operations, training, mentoring, advocacy and filling gaps in times of crisis; cultural and social events to promote contacts between members and raise funds; and assistance to members if required.

The Nobel Peace Prize is a reflection of the work being done by dedicated WFP staff around the world. Many former colleagues, members also of the Alumni Network, are still committed to support WFP in many activities. They devoted most of their lives to the humanitarian services of WFP, demonstrating courage and determination. “This recognition should inspire all of us to work even harder, to continue to save lives, change lives and reach that Zero Hunger goal,” WFP's Executive Director, David Beasley, said. Members of the WFP Alumni Network are willing to continue to put efforts to eradicate hunger around the world.

For any further information or queries, you can write to wfpalumni@wfp.org or contact the WFP Alumni Network Focal Point at arianna.cepparotti@wfp.org.