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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · 28d

The #SchoolMeals Coalition’s 2nd Global Summit is here, a key moment to review progress, share new global data & drive faster action for children everywhere.

🗓️18–19 Sept |📍Brazil 🇧🇷

Lean more➡️ bit.ly/SMCSummit #GoodFood4All

2nd Global Summit of the School Meals Coalition | School Meals Coalition

Hosted by the Government of Brazil, the 2nd Global Summit of the School Meals Coalition will convene government leaders, notably ministers and other high-level representatives, and partners from acros...

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Sep 11

The Congo Basin, #Africa’s green lung, covers 2M km². By 2050, ¼ could be gone.

Healthy Forests = food, water & livelihoods for millions.

#ACS2 & #COP30 must safeguard forests as the backbone of food systems.

✍🏽Sign: www.forests4food.org/en #Forests4Food #GoodFood4All

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Sep 9

From agroforestry in Ethiopia🇪🇹🌳 to drought-smart irrigation in Kenya🇰🇪💧, Africa’s farmers & youth are leading on adaptation. At #ACS2 and #COP30, leaders must finance & scale these solutions through #CAADP3.

📰Read: t.co/0DK8OINtTC

#OurFoodFuture | #GoodFood4All

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Sep 8

🌍Farmers grow 70% of Africa’s food but face the harshest climate shocks.

At #ACS2, leaders must fund adaptation & deliver on the #CAADP3 strategy. Africa’s prosperity depends on its farmers.

Read: sdg2advocacyhub.org/latest/why-a...

#GoodFood4All

Why African Food Systems must be Central to all Climate Conversations | SDG2 Advocacy Hub

Between promises and progress: Food systems at the Bonn climate talks

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Sep 8

🌍 After a powerful #ClimateWeek2025 in Addis, Africa is ready for the 2nd #AfricaClimateSummit starting today!

Climate action is also food action — resilient systems mean #GoodFood4All. 🍲🌱
📌 Programme: africaclimatesummit2.et/program/
🔗 Learn more: africaclimatesummit2.et

#ACS2 #ClimateAction

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · Aug 31

CGIAR at #AFSForum 2025 | Today’s agenda | 31 August

On the opening day, CGIAR spotlights pathways from research to impact and showcases youth-led innovation shaping Africa’s food future.

https://on.cgiar.org/3VpRfkU

#OneCGIAR #WithScienceWeCan #OurFoodOurFuture

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Alliance to End Hunger @toendhunger.bsky.social · Sep 2

Curious about the state of global hunger today, some of the latest developments, and what we as advocates should be on the lookout for coming up? Check out our latest #podcast featuring our great friend and colleague Asma Lateef @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social!
www.buzzsprout.com/2451786/epis...

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Sep 1

🌍Day 1 of #AFSForum2025 is here!

We are in Dakar, Senegal, with 6k+ delegates gathered to spotlight youth-led collaboration, innovation & action to transform agri-food systems and secure #GoodFood4All.

#OurFoodOurFuture

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 31

🟡 #AFSForum2025 officially kicked off today in #Dakar! But how well do you know African cuisines? Join us tomorrow at the Culinary Village for masterclasses & panels by #Chefs and leading voices in African food systems. #GoodFood4All

📰Learn more: bit.ly/AFSForum2025-Dakar #ChefsManifesto

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 27

🚜 Good food starts with farmers. Ahead of #AFSForum2025, our CEO @paulnewnham.bsky.social speaks with Elisabeth, President of East Africa Farmers Federation, on driving change across Africa.

Watch, learn & share the conversation 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUFe...
#FutureFork #GoodFood4All

Transforming the African Continent with Elizabeth Nsimadala

YouTube video by Paul Newnham

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 26

Africa’s Gen-Z can power the continent’s future, but only if leaders back bold food system reforms. At #AFSForum2025, it’s time to invest in youth + agriculture = #GoodFood4All

Read: cnbcafrica.com/2025/africas...

Africa’s youth have a growing appetite for change. Agrifood systems can feed their ambitions

From Nairobi and Kampala to Accra and Maputo, the streets of Africa’s capitals have filled with young people demanding change. Over the past year, youth across the continent have marched to protest co...

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 19

300M+ people need urgent aid.
Yet, those saving lives are being targeted & underfunded.

This #WorldHumanitarianDay we must #ActForHumanity: protect aid workers & civilians, and demand real action to safeguard #GoodFood4All

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 18

Right now, humanitarians are risking their lives to bring food and hope to the world’s most dangerous places.

But this #WorldHumanitarianDay, they face relentless challenges.

Saving lives should never cost lives.

Stand with humanitarians. Raise your voice. #ActForHumanity

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 17

Want something to inspire you to act for #GoodFood4All? In this #FutureFork episode, our CEO @paulbnewnham.bsky.social & @Bram spotlight how agriculture can help tackle poverty & food insecurity in a complex world.

🎧Streaming▶️ bit.ly/45eBF1k @cimmyt.bsky.social @cgiar.org @cgiar-emd.bsky.social

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 16

The SOFI 2025 report is clear: hunger is rising in Africa.
This calls for bold action from the continent.

African leaders must fully implement the #CAADP strategy to transform agriculture, boost resilience, and end hunger.

#GoodFood4All #SOFI2025

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 13

🌱#Beans are powerful allies in the fight against hunger, climate change & rising food prices.
Nutrient-rich, affordable & climate-smart—they support smallholders, improve soils & strengthen local economies.

👉 Learn more & lean on the bean: sdg2advocacyhub.org/latest/lean-...

#GoodFood4All

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 10

📣#SaveTheDate!

Join @UN_CFS for the launch of the new report by the HLPE-FSN on "Building resilient food systems".

🗓️4 September 2025, 14:00 CEST

📍FAO HQ, Rome & online in 6 languages

RSVP: bit.ly/3J2REqN #GoodFood4All #CFS53

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 8

📬Our August newsletter is out!

Insights from #UNFSS+4, key takeaways from #SOFI2025, a tribute to Sir David Nabarro, and why the #SDG2 community must unite for food systems transformation.

📰Read & share: mailchi.mp/sdg2advocacy...

#GoodFood4All #UNFSS2025

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Aug 7

🟡“It’s not enough to put food on the plate. That food must nourish, sustain & protect people & planet.”

This op-ed calls for food systems reform. Read & share to call for #GoodFood4All.

➡️https://context.news/climate-risks/opinion/feed-the-world-but-feed-it-well-why-food-systems-must-be-reformed

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Jul 29

🟡#UNFSS2025 kicked off yesterday, uniting global leaders to assess progress on food systems transformation.

🔗But what transpired on how to drive good food for all? We got you covered⤵️ linkedin.com/feed/update/... #GoodFood4All

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Jul 28

Day 1 of #UNFSS2025 kicks off in Addis Ababa!

Leaders and partners are coming together to drive action for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable #FoodSystems that deliver #GoodFood4All.

🎥Be part of the conversation. Watch live & explore the programme: unfoodsystemshub.org/un-food-syst...

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Jul 22

📢 #HappeningToday | #SOFI2025

Join the special event: "Addressing High Food Price Inflation for Food Security and Nutrition" 🥦📈

🔗 RSVP: bit.ly/4kmoHTp
ℹ️ More: bit.ly/3IwvCvZ

@fao.org 🤝 @wfp.org 🤝 @ifad.org 🤝 @who.int 🤝 @unicef.org

#HLPF #GoodFood4All

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Jul 20

📣 #SaveTheDate | #UNFSS2025

Ahead of the event, the #OnMyPlate campaign is celebrating the powerful connections food creates on culture, community & change.

Share your plate🍽️, tell your story, and show why food systems matter for #GoodFood4All.

📍 bit.ly/OnMyPlateUNF...

SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Jul 18

📣We'll be at #UNFSS2025 in Addis Ababa!

We’re co-hosting this side event to contribute to vital discussions on #FoodSystems & more.

👇Join us for discussions to help scale #GoodFood4All

#FoodSystems #UN #NEPAD

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SDG2 Advocacy Hub @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social · Jul 17

📣Last chance to register!

Non-government participants have until Friday, 18 July to sign up for the #UNFSS2025 Stocktake in Addis Ababa (27–29 July).

Be part of the global food systems dialogue.

🔗RSVP here: unfoodsystemshub.org/latest-updat...