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Margot van der Velden

Regional Director at World Food Programme

Margot van der Velden is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the humanitarian sector, currently serving as Regional Director at the World Food Programme since June 2016. Prior roles within the organization include Deputy Regional Director, WFP Director of Emergencies, and various leadership positions in West and Central Africa. Margot has also held significant roles in Sudan and Mozambique, focusing on nutrition, emergency coordination, and food security analysis. Prior to joining the World Food Programme, Margot worked as a nutritionist with Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium. Academic qualifications include a Master's degree in Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies from Wageningen University & Research and training at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.

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