Ertharin Cousin

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Etharin Cousin

American diplomat and former Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme




BornMay 12, 1957, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Died,
Resting place
Nationality
Political partyDemocratic
Occupation
Known for
Spouse(s)
Children
Education



Ertharin Cousin (born May 12, 1957) is an American diplomat and former Executive Director of the World Food Programme (WFP). She served in this role from April 2012 until April 2017. Cousin has been recognized for her leadership in addressing global hunger and food insecurity.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Ertharin Cousin was born in Chicago, Illinois. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago and later obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law.

Career[edit | edit source]

Early Career[edit | edit source]

Cousin began her career in the private sector, working in retail food and beverage companies. She later transitioned to public service, holding various positions in the United States government.

Government Service[edit | edit source]

Cousin served as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture in Rome from 2009 to 2012. In this role, she was responsible for representing the United States at the Food and Agriculture Organization, the International Fund for Agricultural Development, and the World Food Programme.

World Food Programme[edit | edit source]

In April 2012, Cousin was appointed as the Executive Director of the World Food Programme, succeeding Josette Sheeran. During her tenure, she focused on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the WFP's operations, particularly in crisis situations. She also emphasized the importance of partnerships with other organizations and the private sector to combat global hunger.

Post-WFP Career[edit | edit source]

After leaving the WFP in 2017, Cousin has continued to be active in global food security and humanitarian efforts. She has served on various boards and advisory committees, contributing her expertise to initiatives aimed at ending hunger and improving nutrition worldwide.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Cousin has received numerous awards and honors for her work, including recognition from various humanitarian organizations and institutions.

See Also[edit | edit source]

Related Pages[edit | edit source]

Stub icon

This medical article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it.


WikiMD
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD

Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates

Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Retrieved from "https://wikimd.com/w/index.php?title=Ertharin_Cousin&oldid=5835458"

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD