World Food Forum Nepal Chapter

We are immensely grateful to Honorable Minister Ramnath Adhikari, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, for his inspiring words during WFF 2024. His recognition of the amazing skills of young people and their power to transform agri-entrepreneurship motivates us to keep pushing forward. By supporting access to resources and training, he shows his strong belief in youth and their role in agrifood system transformation. Thank you, Honorable Minister, for your support and faith in the potential of young people.🌱🇳🇵 #WFF2024 #FoodFoodForAll #WFFNepal #FAONepal

Concluding the final day of the World Food Forum 2024, WFF Nepal Chapter is inspired, encouraged, and deeply empowered. ✨ These five days have been transformative, filled with impactful discussions, innovative ideas, and invaluable connections. Each moment has reinforced our commitment to positive change within the agrifood system. WFF Nepal Chapter is ready to carry this momentum forward. 🇳🇵 We are grateful towards FAO Nepal, for the unwavering support, especially during #WFF2024. We’re grateful for this guidance and excited to continue this journey together. 🌿 #WFF2024 #GoodFoodForAll #WFFNepal #FAONepal

We are immensely grateful to Mr. Ken Shimizu, FAO Representative for Bhutan and Nepal, for his inspiring words and ongoing support during WFF 2024. His leadership in jointly organizing the first-ever Nepal Food Forum 2024—a country-level version of the WFF Flagship Event—has brought together youth action, science, innovation, and agricultural investment in an impactful way. Thank you, Mr. Shimizu, for your commitment and belief in the potential of young people. Your guidance motivates us to keep working toward a stronger agrifood system. 🌱🇳🇵 #WFF2024 #GoodFoodForAll #WFFNepal #FAONepal

The World Food Forum National Chapters & Youth Organisations: Intercontinental Youth Dialogues on Food Security, successfully concluded on Day 4 of #WFF2024. The side event was collaboratively organized by WFF Nepal & FAO Nepal, WFF Ghana, WFF Bhutan & FAO Bhutan, WFF USA, WFF Peru, Youth Action for Sustainable and Eco Nepal (YASEN) and 4H Nepal. 🌍 Mr. Ken Shimizu, FAO Representative for Bhutan and Nepal, delivered an inspiring welcome remarks, urging youth to engage in innovation, bold ideas, and action for transformation of agrifood systems. 🇳🇵🇧🇹 Moderated by Ms. Prasun Subedi, the session featured thought-provoking storytelling from diverse WFF chapters. An informative video prepared by WFF Peru regarding traditional and sustainable practices, especially in the context of Peru was played. Mr. Ghanshyam Bhattarai, representing the Nepal Chapter, highlighted sustainable agriculture and agroecological practices. Additional insights were shared by Ms. Edma Lawer from Ghana on the role of refugees in safeguarding food systems. Mr. Karma Losel Yangnyen from Bhutan shared stories of mindful youth leadership. Ms. Tori Laird from the U.S. delivered a story on the interdependence of the Global South and North in food security. 🌱 The event culminated in an engaging discussion session where participants voiced their perspectives, followed by a summary and conclusion led by Ms. Subedi. 🙌 Special appreciation goes to Mr. Victor Muiru, Head of Local Youth Action at WFF, for delivering an encouraging and enlightening closing remarks and for supporting chapters-led efforts in shaping a more resilient agrifood system. ✨ #WFF2024 #GoodFoodForAll #WFFNepal #FAONepal #WFFGhana #WFFBhutan #WFFUSA #WFFPeru #YASEN #4HNepal

On Day III of #WFF2024, FAO Nepal and the Government of Nepal organized a dialogue series to share insights from the Nepal Food Forum 2024. ✨ Ms. Prasun Subedi represented the World Food Forum Nepal Chapter and delivered a presentation on the ‘Impacts and Way Forward’ following the Nepal Food Forum 2024. WFF Nepal chapter extend our gratitude to Honorable Minister Ramnath Adhikari, FAO Representative Ken Shimizu, and other distinguished delegates for emphasizing the crucial role of youth in driving transformation through engagement, innovation, and digitalization. 🇳🇵 On the same day, at the #HIHInvestmentForum, Nepal showcased investment plans, inviting investors to drive sustainable agriculture, food security, and green growth. The WFF Nepal Chapter supported during the session. 🌱 #WFF2024 #GoodFoodForAll #WFFNepal #FAONepal

Day II of the WFF Side Event saw diverse impactful engagements. 🙌 Mr Ken Shimizu, FAO Representative for Bhutan and Nepal, held bilateral meetings with Dr. Felipe Paullier, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, alongside colleagues from FAO Nepal, FAO Bhutan, and the World Food Forum Nepal. The discussions focused on deepening youth engagement at the grassroots level, with an emphasis on the youth initiatives led by FAO and WFF in both countries. Ms Prasun Subedi represented the WFF Nepal Chapter, sharing the chapter’s journey and milestones, including the SDG College Campaign and Nepal Food Forum. She highlighed the chapter’s success in mobilizing youth for transformative change. 🇳🇵 In the cultural corner that day, FAO Nepal and FAO Bhutan showcased unique mountain agriculture commodities, highlighting the rich biodiversity and sustainable practices of the Himalayas. Visitors explored how these commodities serve as inspiring models for the global food system. WFF Nepal members, including Mr Sagar Paudel, Mr Bimal Koirala, and Ms Prasun Subedi, shared the stories behind these commodities, connecting farmers’ and entrepreneur’s experiences with the broader themes of food security and sustainability with the visitors. ✨ #WFF2024 #GoodFoodForAll #WFFNepal #FAONepal

Day II of the WFF Side Event showcased the incredible power of youth in shaping the future of food systems. WFF Nepal Chapter actively participated in many of the sessions. 🇳🇵 The Thematic Youth Assembly on CFS gathered an energetic mix of young leaders, advocates, and policymakers, united in their mission to reshape global food systems. Mr Bimal Koirala, Collaboration and Partnership Lead of WFF Nepal Chapter, shared the chapter’s inspiring work, emphasizing their success in youth-led initiatives and partnerships across sectors. He highlighted how WFF Nepal has been actively engaging local communities and governmental bodies to foster innovative solutions for food system transformation. Additionally, Adriana Herrera Moreno, CFS Secretary, addressed key queries from the national chapters, emphasizing the crucial role of youth in global food policy frameworks. ✨ At the Irish Side Event, hosted by the Irish Youth Delegation, national chapters from Ireland, Malawi, and Nepal came together to discuss how young people can lead transformative change in the agri-food sector. The Ireland Chapter showcased the significant work of the National Youth Food Forum over the past year, demonstrating impactful youth-led initiatives. Representing WFF Nepal, Ms. Pragya Devkota shared how the chapter has been actively engaging diverse youth through a series of local to national dialogues and workshops. She highlighted their collaborative efforts with local organizations, government bodies, schools, and universities.🌿 At the Dutch Side Event, Mr. Ghanshyam Bhattarai represented the World Food Forum Nepal during a fishbowl discussion on ‘Youth in International Food Governance: Power and Participation,’ organized by the Dutch UN Youth Representatives on Biodiversity and Food. Youth participants from across the globe united to discuss the importance of genuine youth involvement in international food governance. All the young leaders emphasized that young people must be given real decision-making power, beyond mere consultations.💫 #WFF2024 #GoodFoodForAll #WFFNepal #FAONepal

We are immensely grateful to the Mr Qu Dongyu, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO UN) for recognizing the efforts of the World Food Forum (WFF) Nepal and for his powerful words during the opening of the Youth Assembly. His mention of WFF Nepal as the first national chapter and the acknowledgment of our journey from the ‘small stone in the high Himalayas’ fills us with pride and motivation to continue our work. ✨ We are truly motivated by Mr. Ken Shimizu, FAO Representative for Bhutan and Nepal, for being our unwavering source of inspiration, constant support, and hope. Your dedication to driving change has been instrumental in guiding us to where we are today. We look forward to working together toward a more inclusive and equitable future for all. 🇳🇵 #WFF2024 #GoodFoodForAll #WFFNepal #FAONepal

World Food Forum 2024 flagship event launched with great energy, setting the stage for a transformative week! 🌿 From the powerful opening of the Youth Assembly to the inspiring Grand Opening, young leaders and global figures came together to share bold ideas for reshaping agrifood systems.🌱 The day concluded with vibrant performances from across the globe, celebrating youth, culture, and diversity.✨ Representatives from Government of Nepal, FAO Nepal and WFF Nepal came together for strategic meeting for ways forward.🇳🇵 It was an unforgettable start — a true source of inspiration!💫 #WFF2024 #GoodFoodForAll #WFFNepal #FAONepal

Join the Conversation! 💬✨ On 17 October, The World Food Forum National Chapters and Youth Organizations are hosting a side event entitled “ Intercontinental Youth Dialogues on Food Security” at the World Food Forum Flagship Event. 🌍🌾 📅 When: 17 October, 09:00 CEST 📍 Where: YL01 German Room Through storytelling and interactive discussions, the event will highlight the roles of women, youth, and refugees in the agrifood system. The session will feature discussions on sustainable agriculture and agroecological practices, promote the unique philosophy of mindful youth leadership and explore the interdependence of the global south and north in ensuring food security. 🍀💫 Join in this session and expand your horizon of agri-food system knowledge. Join through the link below. Link: https://lnkd.in/dKCyQepp 📝🌱 #WorldFoodForum #Storytellers #WFFNepal #FAONepal #WFFGhana #WFFPeru #WFFBhutan #WFFUSA #YASEN #4HNepal