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Women as key players in greening Mediterranean food systems: drivers and challenges

Monday 5 June 2023 | 14.00-16.00 (CEST)

Year of publication 2023

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 4p.

Author ​FAO; CIHEAM; UfM; PRIMA;

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Synopsis (short abstract) This series of technical webinars is organized to leverage the knowledge and expertise of a network of researchers, development practitioners and decision-makers. The webinars aim at strengthening knowledge sharing and stimulating debate around themes relevant to food systems transformation in the Mediterranean, peer exchange about recent research and study findings, as well as showcasing successful and inspiring actions to promote the operationalization of food systems approaches. Bringing together representatives from governments, agri-food enterprises, researchers, international organizations and civil society, the webinar will provide a forum to exchange knowledge and concrete experiences about the role that multiple stakeholders can play in promoting the effective participation of women to greener, more sustainable and more resilient food systems in the Mediterranean.

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