Charles E. Owubah

Charles E. Owubah

Charles E. Owubah, Ph.D., is the CEO of Action Against Hunger, a nonprofit global humanitarian organization that is innovating solutions, advocating for change, and reaching 28 million people every year with proven hunger prevention and treatment programs. With more than 25 years in the humanitarian sector, he has deep technical expertise and extensive experience in program design, monitoring and evaluation, and management of sustainable water, food security, and emergency relief programs. Originally from Ghana, Owubah earned his Master of Science and doctorate in Natural Resource Management and Policy from Purdue University.

Latest Articles

Opinion: Localization — a seed that bears fruit even when we’re not there

Opinion: Localization — a seed that bears fruit even when we’re not there

over 1 year ago // Roots of Change: Sponsored by Action Against Hunger

A sea change is underway, one that recognizes the power of local solutions to global challenges. Charles E. Owubah, CEO of Action Against Hunger, sheds light on two successful examples.

Opinion: Climate-related hunger is rising — we must act now

Opinion: Climate-related hunger is rising — we must act now

over 2 years ago // Food Secured: Sponsored by Action Against Hunger

We need more funding for short and long-term resilience-building as well as work to find new solutions in the face of escalating climate-induced food insecurity.