Food Systems Solutions Webinar 2026 | Women leading in food systems transformation

17 September 2026 | 14:00 – 15:30 (CEST) | Virtual

As 2026 marks the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF), this webinar will spotlight the indispensable role women play in transforming food systems while addressing the structural barriers that continue to limit their leadership and influence in food systems governance. Drawing on experiences from across Africa, the discussion will explore how women's leadership, collective action, and partnerships can strengthen national food systems transformation pathways and advance more inclusive and resilient food systems.

 

Agenda

14:00–14:05 | Welcome remarks
Ms Lara BlancoRothe, Deputy Director, UN Food Systems Coordination Hub

14:05–14:45 | Setting the scene and panel discussion

• Ms Hajnalka Petrics, Programme Officer, FAO Office of Sustainable Development Goals
• Ms Susan Kaaria, Director, African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD), Kenya (TBC)
• Ms Editrudith Lukanga, Secretary General, African Women Fish Processors and Traders Network (AWFISHNET) (TBC)
• Ms Thakane Mahase, Young Entrepreneur and Leader, Lesotho (TBC)
• Hon. Manty Tarawalli, National Convenor of Sierra Leone (TBC)

Moderator: Ms Hajnalka Petrics, Programme Officer, FAO Office of Sustainable Development Goals

14:45–15:15 | Q&A

15:15–15:25 | Reflections from panelists

15:25–15:30 | Closing remarks
Ms Lara BlancoRothe, Deputy Director, UN Food Systems Coordination Hub

 

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