43rd session of the IFAD Governing Council

47th session of the IFAD Governing Council

In 2024, the Governing Council explored "Innovation for a Food Secure Future". We discussed how IFAD and its partners can harness innovation so rural communities can find solutions to the challenges they face.

GC46 interactive session - Youth and agriculture: Accelerating a Just Transition towards food security

Young people play a vital role in transforming food systems and accelerating a “Just Transition”. Leveraging young people’s fresh perspectives, innovation, and energy can spur inclusive green work opportunities in agrifood systems.

GC46 interactive session - Indigenous Peoples’ climate leadership: A holistic perspective to achieve food security and nutrition

Through evidence, storytelling and a Q&A, this session will showcase how the effective participation of Indigenous Peoples in decision-making and policymaking is key to achieving food security.