45th 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 - Private sector finance for small producers’ climate adaptation: can it be done?

This event will discuss the challenges and opportunities of private sector finance and identify concrete investments and policy actions.