APPROACH TO THE HUMAN RIGHT TO ADEQUATE FOOD

Approach to the human right to adequate food: evaluation of the contribution of the national school feeding program to family nutrition during the pandemic period a brazilian municipality

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the contribution of the National School Feeding Program to family nutrition during the pandemic, considering changes in the program's implementation. It is a case study with both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Semi-structured interviews were conducted, and analyses were performed using Voyant and Spearman's test. Families had between 1 and 2 school-aged children and 2 to 6 residents per household, with an average of 4 people. During the pandemic, 63.63% did not lose their jobs, but 28.6% experienced a reduction in income. Half of the families received government aid. Regarding the program’s food baskets, 81.8% received at least one. The analysis showed limited access to food baskets, highlighting the need to improve distribution. Despite this, the food was considered vital for family well-being. The low per capita income of the families emphasizes the importance of public policies aimed at social and economic vulnerability. Although the program was not fully effective during the pandemic, it was positively assessed, highlighting the need for resilient and adaptable public policies.