Promoting Zero Hunger and Good Health Awarenessthrough English Language Education

Abstract

 Integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into English language curricula
not only enhances linguistic proficiency but also cultivates global citizenship and social responsibility, equipping students to interrogate and address complex issues such as food insecurity, nutrition, and health disparities. The study draws on best practices in health literacy education for
English Language Learners (ELLs), highlighting the importance of interactive, student-centered
pedagogies that bridge language acquisition with practical health and nutrition knowledge. Activities such as student-led discussions, vocabulary games, and scenario-based tasks not only
improve English proficiency but also empower learners to navigate healthcare systems, interpret
nutritional information, and advocate for their own well-being. A systematic literature review
was used in this study. There are five steps to collect the data including determining the source
of related information, study selection, data collection process, determining eligibility criteria,
selection of the data items. The findings underscore the imperative for educators, policymakers,
and curriculum designers to harness the multifunctional potential of English language teaching
in the global effort to eradicate hunger and promote holistic well-being.