CEA-FIRST Policy Side Event: Bridging Research and Policy through the AU-EU International Research Consortium on FNSSA

The CEA-FIRST Policy Forum will bring together policymakers, funders, and higher education institutions to strengthen the AU-EU International Research Consortium (IRC) on Food Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture (FNSSA). Through structured dialogue and interactive sessions, participants will explore ways to reduce fragmentation in AU-EU collaboration, enhance evidence-based policymaking, and improve coordination of FNSSA-related funding. Keynote speakers and experts will provide insights into the IRC’s role in FNSSA collaborations, while interactive discussions will gather input to shape the IRC’s strategic direction, encouraging stakeholder dialogue and innovation for Africa’s agricultural systems. The session’s collaborative format will encourage dialogue between stakeholders and support CAADP’s agenda to create robust, evidence-based policy environments that drive innovation and inclusivity across Africa’s agricultural systems.This forum directly supports CAADP’s mission by addressing gaps in research, fostering strategic coordination, and promoting policies that contribute to Africa’s agricultural transformation and Agenda 2063 goals

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