THEMATIC WORKING GROUP
FOOD SECURITY & AGRICULTURE
OBJECTIVES:
Youth Capacity Building
- Monthly webinars on key food and land topics
- Skills development workshops
Global Engagement & Partnerships
- Representing youth at Global forums (UNFSS, COP, IUCN, and more)
- Collaborating with coalitions
- Co-hosting side events and campaigns
Policy Advocacy
- Drafting youth policy briefs and position papers
- Shaping global negotiations with a youth voice
- World Food Forum - Partner organization
Knowledge & Regional Action
- Highlighting regional innovations
- Sharing case studies and indigenous knowledge
WHO CAN JOIN?
Students, researchers, professionals in food, land, farmers, agroecologists, entreprenuers, sustainability innovators, Indigenous youth and knowledge holders – between 18 and 35 years of age.
Part of youth networks or just passionate about food justice.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
Contribute to Policy Briefs & Position Papers
Develop evidence-based inputs for policy papers
Speak or Attend Monthly Webinars
Bring your voice to the table! Apply to present your work, moderate sessions, or simply participate in our curated series on food systems, agroecology, and youth leadership.
Showcase Your Projects
Are you working on a farm, agroecology initiative, seed saving, or food justice project? Submit your work for our monthly spotlight features, regional showcases.
Document Youth Innovations & Indigenous Knowledge
Highlight local practices and youth-led solutions by contributing to our case studies, and knowledge products.
Lead or Support Regional Youth Spotlights
Take charge in your region! Coordinate with youth networks, spotlight local action, and organize community-based events to amplify the role of youth.
Ready to engage?
<p>Join the UNCCD Youth Caucus as an individual or an organization and select Food Security & Agriculture Working Group when filling in the form!</p>
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