Ministry of Social Development and Fight against Hunger (Brazil)

The Ministry of Social Development and Fight against Hunger (Ministério do Desenvolvimento e Assistência Social, Família e Combate à Fome - MDS) is a cabinet-level federal ministry of the Brazilian government responsible for formulating and implementing national policies related to social development, social assistance, and food security. Its primary objectives include reducing poverty and inequality, promoting social inclusion, ensuring food and nutritional security, and coordinating social assistance programs across the country.

The MDS works in collaboration with state and municipal governments, as well as civil society organizations, to implement its policies. Key programs managed by the Ministry often include income transfer programs, food distribution initiatives, and social service provision. The specific programs and organizational structure of the Ministry have varied over time, reflecting shifts in government priorities and policy approaches to social development challenges.

The Ministry plays a crucial role in the Brazilian government's efforts to address social inequalities and ensure a basic standard of living for all citizens. It is a central agency for the design and implementation of social programs that impact millions of Brazilians. The Ministry's work is often closely linked to broader economic and social development strategies aimed at achieving sustainable and inclusive growth.