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ProjectFactsheetEnhancing Resilience of Vulnerable Communities in Forested Mountain Areas in Lebanon - GCP/LEB/027/SCF 2024
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No results found.Lebanon is known for its rich forest biodiversity. Its forests have long been subject to intense human intervention and exploitation, resulting in forest losses equivalent to 35 percent of the forest cover. Threats to mountain forest ecosystems are exacerbated by climate change; by 2040, rainfall is projected to decrease by 10-20 percent, temperatures to increase by 1-2°C, and extreme weather events are expected to intensify, resulting in higher water stress on plants and water shortages. The climate change and human activities nexus is accelerating the pace of forest and land degradation and the depletion of natural resources. Poor rural populations in mountain forest areas, including a growing number of Syrian refugees, are the most vulnerable to climate change. These communities rely on fuelwood for heating and on non-wood forest products for part of their incomes and livelihoods. Projected increase in forest fire and pest outbreaks would further reduce the availability of wood and non-wood forest products. Against this backdrop, the project aimed to address the pressing issues of deforestation and land degradation in Lebanon. Its primary objective was to implement reforestation initiatives and promote sustainable forest management (SFM) practices, in order to enhance ecological balance and contribute to the well-being of local communities. -
ProjectProgramme / project reportTechnical Support in Enhancing Climate Resilient Agriculture in Vulnerable Communities in the Bangsamoro - TCP/PHI/3709 2022
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No results found.This project was formulated in response to a request by the Government of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao ( in the Philippines for support to enhance the technical capacity of extension personnel in climate resilient agriculture ( This increased technical capacity is called for in the Food Security and Nutrition Roadmap of BARMM and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Agrarian Reform ( as a way to increase the resilience of livelihoods in the Bangsamoro The Roadmap further states that agriculture and fishery communities' ability to cope with climatic, environmental, and socioeconomic shocks and stresses is key to achieving the region's goals for economic growth, food security and sustainable peace The project design included capacity building interventions on CRA for staff of the MAFAR, provincial and municipal extension workers and farmers The implementation of Farmer Field Schools ( and Farm Business Schools ( was also included. -
ProjectFactsheetStrengthening Community Resilience to Climate Change and Safeguarding Livelihoods in Malawi - GCP/MLW/067/EC 2023
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No results found.In addition to its high vulnerability to climate change and variability, Malawi also has low capacity to adapt to the phenomenon, with the subsequent impact therefore posing a serious developmental challenge. In this context, the European Union’s Global Climate Change Alliance (GCCA) programme financed a four and a half year programme with FAO to address community resilience to climate change in Malawi through the present Action. The Action was aimed at strengthening the resilience of vulnerable communities to climate variability and change through sound safety nets and productive investments, using a holistic approach that blends disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation (CCA), addressing the multiple threats to livelihoods through short and medium term interventions. It was designed to consolidate linkages and synergies among ongoing resilience building and social protection programmes led by the Government.
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BookletHigh-profileFAO Strategy on Climate Change 2022–2031 2022The FAO Strategy on Climate Change 2022–2031 was endorsed by FAO Council in June 2022. This new strategy replaces the previous strategy from 2017 to better FAO's climate action with the Strategic Framework 2022-2031, and other FAO strategies that have been developed since then. The Strategy was elaborated following an inclusive process of consultation with FAO Members, FAO staff from headquarters and decentralized offices, as well as external partners. It articulates FAO's vision for agrifood systems by 2050, around three main pillars of action: at global and regional level, at country level, and at local level. The Strategy also encourages key guiding principles for action, such as science and innovation, inclusiveness, partnerships, and access to finance.
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Book (series)FlagshipThe State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2021
Transforming food systems for food security, improved nutrition and affordable healthy diets for all
2021In recent years, several major drivers have put the world off track to ending world hunger and malnutrition in all its forms by 2030. The challenges have grown with the COVID-19 pandemic and related containment measures. This report presents the first global assessment of food insecurity and malnutrition for 2020 and offers some indication of what hunger might look like by 2030 in a scenario further complicated by the enduring effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. It also includes new estimates of the cost and affordability of healthy diets, which provide an important link between the food security and nutrition indicators and the analysis of their trends. Altogether, the report highlights the need for a deeper reflection on how to better address the global food security and nutrition situation.To understand how hunger and malnutrition have reached these critical levels, this report draws on the analyses of the past four editions, which have produced a vast, evidence-based body of knowledge of the major drivers behind the recent changes in food security and nutrition. These drivers, which are increasing in frequency and intensity, include conflicts, climate variability and extremes, and economic slowdowns and downturns – all exacerbated by the underlying causes of poverty and very high and persistent levels of inequality. In addition, millions of people around the world suffer from food insecurity and different forms of malnutrition because they cannot afford the cost of healthy diets. From a synthesized understanding of this knowledge, updates and additional analyses are generated to create a holistic view of the combined effects of these drivers, both on each other and on food systems, and how they negatively affect food security and nutrition around the world.In turn, the evidence informs an in-depth look at how to move from silo solutions to integrated food systems solutions. In this regard, the report proposes transformative pathways that specifically address the challenges posed by the major drivers, also highlighting the types of policy and investment portfolios required to transform food systems for food security, improved nutrition, and affordable healthy diets for all. The report observes that, while the pandemic has caused major setbacks, there is much to be learned from the vulnerabilities and inequalities it has laid bare. If taken to heart, these new insights and wisdom can help get the world back on track towards the goal of ending hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition in all its forms. -
Book (stand-alone)Technical bookThe future of food and agriculture - Trends and challenges 2017
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No results found.What will be needed to realize the vision of a world free from hunger and malnutrition? After shedding light on the nature of the challenges that agriculture and food systems are facing now and throughout the 21st century, the study provides insights into what is at stake and what needs to be done. “Business as usual” is not an option. Major transformations in agricultural systems, rural economies, and natural resources management are necessary. The present study was undertaken for the quadrennial review of FAO’s strategic framework and for the preparation of the Organization Medium-Term plan 2018-2021.