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THE ROLE OF SCIENCE AND INNOVATION IN IMPLEMENTING THE UN FOOD SYSTEMS NATIONAL PATHWAYS SIDE EVENT

JUNE 6TH 1615 – 1715 SAST

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Synopsis

This side event will discuss two questions that were at the heart of the webinar hosted by GFAR in partnership with the UN Food System Coordination Hub on 19 January 2023.

i) how can we engage and support the implementation of the UN Food Systems (UNFSS) National Pathways and
ii) how can we catalyze innovation and research to support these pathways.

Welcoming more than 250 people across the world, this knowledge sharing webinar provided a valuable space for participants to discuss progress in developing and implementing national pathways toward resilient, inclusive and sustainable food systems as well as report on achievements to date. The event will provide an overview of the conclusion of the UN Food Systems held in September 2021, feedback on the outcomes of the GFAR/FSS Coordination Hub webinar held in January and plans for the stocktaking moment. It will provide an opportunity to discuss ways in which GFAR and its members can support the implementation of FSS recommendations through science and research.

Summary record of the webinar.

The objective of the event is to share the conclusion with a wide range of stakeholders in food systems across all regions. It will inform discussions on the outcomes and implications of the FSS particularly regarding ways in which GFAR Regional Fora and members can engage in efforts to catalyze innovation and research to support the development of national pathways.
An update will be provided to participants on the 2023 UN Food Systems Stocktaking to be held in Rome from 26-28 July 2023 and the establishment of a Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) in late 2022 to work with the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub in support of country action. The SAC has been established based on a recognition that science and innovation play a crucial role in accelerating transformations for healthier, more sustainable and resilient food systems. It comprises 33 eminent scientists from around the world, dedicated to addressing
systemic challenges that exist in transformation pathways through credible evidence-based and science-driven solutions.

Speakers

	Nicole DePaula UN Food Systems Co-ordination Hub, FAO
	Botir Dosov CACAARI
	Elizabeth Mwende Youth Representative to the SENA Group of the UNFSS Coordination Hub
	Karim Hussein Strategic Advisor, GFAR Secretariat