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Transformative Research Challenge Young Scientific Roundtable
28/04/2022
On 27 April, the annual Young Scientific Roundtable was organized by the WFF’s Transformative Research Challenge (TRC) team, in partnership with FAO, CGIAR and the Agrifood 5 Alliance to stress the importance of young researchers in transforming our agrif
The World Food Forum launched its 2022 cycle at the ECOSOC Youth Forum
22/04/2022
The World Food Forum (WFF) launched its 2022 cycle on 21 April, with a side event at the ECOSOC Youth Forum during World Creativity and Innovation Day, keeping youth on the international agenda. The event kickstarted a dialogue on the complex, context-dep
Africa francophone workshop on the importance of young farmers in the transformation of agrifood systems
09/03/2022
This Francophone workshop was organized by the Ministère des Relations internationales et de la Francophonie (MRIF) and the Offices jeunesse internationaux du Québec (LOJIQ) of the Government of Quebec. The event addressed common issues for the next ge
The World Food Forum Joins I4Nature to Foster a More Sustainable Dairy Sector at Youth World Milk Day Event
05/07/2022
The World Food Forum (WFF) partnered with I4NATURE to promote Youth World Milk Day with an online event that brought together young dairy farmers, dairy experts, students and activists to discuss paths forward to create a sustainable future for the dairy industry.
The World Food Forum launches its 2023 cycle with a side event at the FAO Council
02/05/2023
On 27 April, the World Food Forum (WFF) officially launched its 2023 cycle through a side event at the 172nd session of the FAO Council, in support of the ECOSOC Youth Forum.
Youth Voices in Fisheries: Empowering the Next Generation at COFI36
17/07/2024
The World Food Forum organized a pivotal youth side event titled “Youth Voices in Fisheries: Bridging Generations for Sustainable Solutions”, connected with the WFF’s Youth Assembly Thematic Session on Sustainable Aquatic Food Systems.
WFF Side Event at the CFS: Youth-Led Solutions from the Leaders of Today - Solutions and Partnerships for Accelerated Action
11/10/2022
This hybrid side event was held under the premise of the CFS Guidelines on Promoting Youth Engagement in Agrifood Systems, showcasing five youth-led solutions on the ground.
WFF at CFS 51: Stakeholders Discuss Transformative Modalities to Translate CFS Youth Policy Recommendations into Tangible Action at the Country Level
16/11/2023
The World Food Forum (WFF) convened a multitude of stakeholders to discuss transformative modalities for shifting the CFS Policy recommendations on promoting youth engagement and employment in agriculture and food systems to the country level so they can inform local change efforts and processes.
World Food Forum launches Qatar Youth Chapter: The first in the Near East and North Africa region
12/03/2025
To mark a significant step forward in Qatar's commitment to empowering youth leadership in addressing the pressing food security and climate challenges, the World Food Forum's Global Youth Action Initiative launched the WFF Qatar Youth Chapter, the first in the Near East and North Africa region.
WFF at CFS 52: Inclusive youth engagement and empowerment for agrifood systems transformation
25/11/2024
As part of the 52nd session of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS), the World Food Forum (WFF)’s Global Youth Action hosted a hybrid side event.
Empowering young women in agrifood systems: Insights from the WFF Youth Initiative at CSW69
25/03/2025
The World Food Forum (WFF)'s Global Youth Action Initiative (Youth Initiative), in collaboration with the Permanent Missions of Italy and Indonesia to the United Nations in New York, hosted a side event at the 69th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69).
2025 World Food Forum Global Youth Action Initiative: Hand in Hand for better foods and a better future
22/04/2025
On 17 April 2025, the WFF Youth Initiative officially launched its 2025 cycle with a dynamic event that brought together young leaders, partners and changemakers from all over the world.
WFF Youth Assembly and UN Food Systems Coordination Hub convened regional consultations to shape the future of food systems
25/04/2025
Over 1200 young leaders across six global regions came together for the World Food Forum (WFF) Youth Assembly’s regional consultations for food systems transformation.
WFF Brazil Youth Chapter Joins CNA’s new leadership forum and 2025 legislative agenda launch
17/04/2025
On 26–27 March 2025, Brasília hosted the 1st Forum of New Leaderships in Agribusiness, organized by the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA). The World Food Forum (WFF) Brazil Youth Chapter was represented by seven members. Invited by CNA, these young leaders actively engaged in the national dialogue, contributing youth perspectives to discussions on the future of agribusiness in Brazil.
WFF Ghana Youth Chapter: First National Assembly to advance youth-led agrifood systems transformation
10/04/2025
The World Food Forum (WFF) Ghana Youth Chapter successfully hosted its first National Assembly in Accra, Ghana on 14 March 2025, bringing together the Chapter’s National Steering Committee and regional Focal Leads from all 16 regions of Ghana.
WFF side event at the ECLAC Forum on Sustainable Development: Youth leading change in local agrifood systems
24/03/2025
As part of the eighth meeting of the Forum on Sustainable Development in Santiago, Chile, the World Food Forum (WFF)’s Global Youth Action Initiative will hold a side event titled “Youth Leading Change in Local Agrifood Systems”, focusing on the transformative role of youth, particularly young women, in shaping agrifood systems.
WFF Youth Initiative engages at the N4G Summit
27/03/2025
The World Food Forum (WFF)’s Global Youth Action Initiative marked its presence at the Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit in Paris, France.
Establishing a National Youth Food Forum in Ireland
15/02/2024
Establishing a National Youth Food Forum in Ireland.
WFF Commemorates International Youth Day with a 24-Hour Global Youth Events Marathon
23/08/2024
In celebration of International Youth Day on 12 August, the World Food Forum (WFF) convened thousands of young people passionate about agrifood systems in a remarkable 24-hour youth events marathon.
Ireland National Youth Food Summit
11/09/2024
The World Food Forum (WFF) is thrilled to announce Ireland’s National Youth Food Summit, hosted by Ireland’s World Food Forum Youth Chapter.