2023 Annual Feed the Future Innovation Labs Regional Partners Meeting
Systemic and Innovative Solutions for Climate Adaptation and Mitigation in Agriculture, Food, and Nutrition Systems
Image credit: Erick Kiarie/ThinkIllustrate for Horticulture Innovation Lab
On May 15-19, Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Horticulture had the honor and pleasure of hosting on behalf of USAID, the 2023 Feed the Future Innovation Labs Regional Parters Meeting in Nairobi, Kenya. May 15th and 16th featured a Public Agenda, open to communities involved in global food security and sustainable development. Stakeholders from all sectors, including government, non-profit, private, and academia were encouraged to attended the in-person event.
The conference featured a diverse range of speakers, including leading experts in agriculture, nutrition, and international development. Attendees were given the opportunity to participate in interactive sessions and networking events.
Topics covered at the conference included:
- Strengthening food systems and supply chains
- Investing in agricultural research and innovation
- Addressing climate change and environmental sustainability
- Improving nutrition and health outcomes
- Promoting gender equality and empowering women and youth
Day three's agenda involved an internal working day, while the fourth and fifth days' agenda involved field site visits.
For those unable to attend, a short-video of interviews and highlights in addition to the recorded zoom sessions and PowerPoints shared by the presenters are all provided further below. Also available is a blog summary.
(above and below) Graphic recordings of second day discussions, summarizing transformative approaches to engaging and scaling research results with national governments and private sector. Image credit: Erick Kiarie/ThinkIllustrate for Horticulture Innovation Lab
Short-video of events and interview highlights
Presentations available
PowerPoints shared by presenters.
Recorded zoom sessions
Additional Resources
Archived Booking and Travel Info page.
About Feed the Future Innovation Labs
Led by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and funded by the generous support of the American people, Feed the Future is a global initiative that aims to combat hunger, poverty, and malnutrition by supporting agricultural development, improving food security, and promoting sustainable economic growth. The annual convening of all 20 Future Innovation Labs is a key event for stakeholders and partners to come together from all over the world, to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and collaborate on ways to achieve these goals.
For more information about the Feed the Future Innovation Labs across North America and their global contributions in promoting food security and nutrition, visit the Feed the Future Innovation Labs page here.