Josué de Castro

Josué de Castro was a Brazilian geographer, doctor, and social thinker known for his efforts to understand and address hunger and inequality. He studied the distribution of food and resources, emphasizing that social and economic factors greatly influence access to nutrition. His work highlighted how geography and development impact poverty, advocating for policies to improve living conditions and reduce hunger globally. Beyond academia, he was involved in politics and humanitarian causes, making significant contributions to social justice and public health in Brazil and beyond.