Event

African Youth Position on Food Systems, Policy, and Climate

Eldoret youth Photo: Hugh Rutherford for CIP
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This session will present knowledge documents and consolidated voices of African youth, showcasing their contributions and perspectives on food systems, policy, and climate action. The aim is to capture the collective youth position, which will be integrated into the final AFSF report. This session will underscore the critical role of youth in shaping sustainable food systems and influencing policy decisions to address climate change.

Keynote address- Youth in International Agricultural Research for Development

Youth Showcase:

  • Ethiopia Youth

Knowledge Papers Submissions-

  • Fara- Youth climate networks
  • AGRA – 2024 GoGettaz Annual survey
  • SNV – Impact assessment report
  • CGIAR GENDER Impact platform – Women and youth programming

 

Fireside chat – How do we ensure consolidated youth voices are actioned?

  • Mohamed Beavogui, Former Prime Minister of Guinee
  • Dr Mwaka Namukonda (Executive Director), The Consortium of African Youth in Agriculture and Climate Change (CAYACC)
  • Noel Mulinganya – Youth Expert, CGIAR GENDER Impact Platform/ IITA youth enabler coordinator
  • Ishmael Sunga, CEO SACAU
  • Nana Amoah, Director, Gender, Youth and Inclusivity
  • Ms.  JOYCE MNDAMBI, Project Management Specialist - Private Sector Engagement & Investment, USAID

 

Youth panel closing chat.

  • Sandra Victor Gwafa- Nigeria
  • Deborah Ollomi       - Tanzania
  • Olupot Joseph - Uganda
  • Bamba Mariama - Cote d'Ivoire
  • Charlene Ruto-Kenya