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SUMMARY:2ND EASTERN AFRICA AGROECOLOGY CONFERENCE (EAAC2025)
DESCRIPTION:THE 2023  EASTERN AFRICA AGROECOLOGY CONFERENCE (EAAC)\nThis 2nd Eastern Africa Agroecology conference aims to motivate key stakeholders to invest in interventions that transform current unsustainable food systems by transitioning towards more environmentally friendly solutions with long-term vision and planning. \nThe conference will be held in Nairobi\, Kenya\, from 25th – 28th March 2023\, involving sit in-sessions and field excursions. The conference will be a hybrid event comprising in-person attendance and livestreaming for on-line participants. \nConference Title: 2ndEastern Africa Agroecology Conference: Harnessing the Potential of Agroecology in Transforming and Sustaining Resilient Agri-Food Systems.\nConference Theme: Strengthening Agri-Food System Transformation for Resilience\, Sustainability and Socioeconomic Development.. \nShared Vision: Truly functioning agri-food systems widening access to sufficient and healthy food for all\, in thriving economies that safeguard planetary boundaries. \nPurpose of the conference: The conference provides a forum to discuss important issues including evidence-generation of agroecology impacts\, scaling up agroecological transitions\, digitalization in agri-food systems\, investment in research and innovation\, trade opportunities\, engagement of small-scale food producers including indigenous peoples\, women\, youth and the private sector in agri-food systems transformation. \nConference sub-themes \n\nPathways for enhancing production\, productivity and sustainability of agri-food systems with agroecological interventions\nFood security\, nutrition\, and health nexus: Soil health and farmer managed seed systems\nEmpowerment of women and youth movements in agroecology\nTrade\, markets and economy: Implications for agroecological transitions\nInstitutional and policy opportunities for unlocking potential of agroecology in transforming agri-food systems\nFinancing mechanisms for agroecological pathways and transitions\n\nExpected Outcomes \n\nEmbraced overall food system transformation agenda in Eastern Africa in line with agroecological principles and practices\nConnected and strengthened ecosystem of organizations and initiatives working towards food system transformation based on agroecology.\nAdvanced strategies and joint initiatives on key levers for food system transformation (knowledge generation & dissemination\, policy reform\, market systems development\, trade and investments.\nEnhanced support and implementation of agroecology-oriented policies from government institutions and other key stakeholders in the region.\n\nExpected Inputs \n\nGuiding principles and recommendations for food system transformation in Eastern Africa formulated and communicated.\nSuccessful examples and initiatives of agroecology works showcased and amplified.\nStakeholders informed on key initiatives related to food system transformation in Eastern Africa and synergies.\nKey challenges occasioned by rapid changes and their impact on people\, crops and the environment\, and possible mitigation measures identified.\nOpportunities for strengthening agroecology agenda and practice identified.\nAwareness about the potential of agroecology for sustainable production\, consumption\, trade and contribution to green economy enhanced.\nAction plans towards enhancing agroecology in the region created.\nConference report\, conference resolutions\, policy brief (or conference journal).\n\nDate and Venue  \nThe conference will be held in Nairobi\, Kenya\, at Argyle Grand Hotel\, Mombasa Road and opposite Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) from 25th– 28th March 2025 and will include exhibitions\, plenary and breakout sessions as well as field excursions to agroecological enterprises. \nThe conference will be a hybrid event comprising in-person attendance and livestreaming for online participants \nTarget Groups \nThe Conference will bring together over 500 participants (300 physical\, 200 virtual) and 50 exhibitors from various countries who have a strong interest in the growth and development of agroecology. Specifically\, the participants will include: \n\nPolicy makers and governments\, representatives from various related line Ministries (agriculture\, health\, environment\, water\, etc.) at national and regional levels\nOrganizations and initiatives working towards food systems transformation.\nFarmers and Farmer Organizations\nCivil Society Organizations including consumer associations\nPrivate sector\nStrategic partners and donor agencies\nAcademia and research institutions\nLocal\, national\, regional and international media\n\nFor more information on submission for coalls for abstract for papers\, posters and exhibitions visit the conference website https://ea-agroecologyconference.org/ \nCONFERENCE REGISTRATION \nThe Conference Organizing Committee (COC) of the 1st Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference to be held from 21st to 24th March 2023 in Nairobi\, Kenya\, wishes to invite individuals\, organizations and networks to this great conference to register for participation. \nCONFERENCE FEES \n \nNote: The Early Bird registration deadline is 28th March 2023   Hurry before time runs out!. \nFor more information on registration fees and how to register\, visit the conference website www.ea-agroecologyconference.org/  or send us an email to info@ea-agroecologyconference.org \nFor more details get the Printable version(pdf) here \n\nConcept Note of the Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference\nEastern Africa Agroecology Conference Registration\n\nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/2nd-eastern-africa-agroecology-conference-eaac2025/
LOCATION:Argyle Grand Nairobi Airport\, JWW4+R5W\, Mombasa Road\,\, Nairobi Kenya\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Agroecology
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