Food Frontiers and Security

Areas of Work

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  Future Food Systems Lab

  We will create spaces for innovation, rigorous research and learning, and foresight analysis to tackle the complex, intersecting challenges faced by these fragile food systems – collaborating with local partners, government agencies, and the private sector to integrate local knowledge with scientific research.

  
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  Fragile and Conflict-affected Food Systems

  We aim to enhance preparedness, response, and recovery in fragile and conflict-affected food systems by addressing compound crises. It provides actionable evidence for conflict-sensitive, inclusive strategies, aligns humanitarian responses with long-term development goals, builds resilience, promotes gender equality, and supports effective program design. The goal is to guide partners in creating timely, sustainable, and impactful interventions before, during, and after crises.

  
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  Urban Food Systems

  We will empower city governments and partners to strengthen urban food systems. Initiatives will improve organic waste recycling, ensure safe wastewater reuse, boost food safety, create youth employment, and expand access to fresh, safe, nutritious, and affordable food especially in low-income areas.

  
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  Island Food Systems

  We will guide national programs in island contexts to foster sustainable food systems, climate resilience, and healthier diets. Through co-designed innovations, resilient production methods, and inclusive platforms, communities will develop more resilient food production systems, safer aquatic food distribution practices, and increased access to nutritious foods including indigenous foods. This effort addresses malnutrition, climate change, youth unemployment, and environmental challenges in coastal and marine contexts, transforming island food systems and providing models for global resilience and sustainability.