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🎉 Today, May 29, a special commemorative stamp was issued by the Sri Lanka Post to celebrate IWMI's 40th anniversary, and four decades of partnership with Sri Lanka. The Prime Minister, Dinesh Gunawardena, visited IWMI's global headquarters in Colombo and received the first stamp. 💧 Since 1984, IWMI has contributed to shaping water management practices in Sri Lanka and the world. In the last 40 years, IWMI has grown in scale, impact and areas of research — from an institute focused on water for agriculture to a global leader in integrated water management. Looking forward, IWMI will continue to contribute to Sri Lanka's water security and climate goals. #OneCGIAR #40YearsinSriLanka #WaterSecurity

🎧 New Podcast Episode Alert! 🌍 October 2nd is International Day for Non-Violence. On this day we recognize the impact conflict has on vulnerable communities. In fragile and conflict-affected settings (FCASs), violence remains a major barrier to sustainable development. CGIAR’s #FCMInitiative is committed to scaling up innovations in these contexts, helping vulnerable communities break free from cycles of fragility. 🎙 Check out Global Dispatches' latest episode in the “From Fragility to Stability” series: ‘How can we Responsibly Scale Innovations in Fragile Settings?’ Dive into IWMI and the WFP Innovation Accelerator’s partnership to support innovators in scaling their development solutions. Hear from IWMI researchers Karen Nortje and MAHA Al-ZU'BI, Ph.D., along with Kyle E. Cordova, AquaPoro Founder and CEO. Don’t miss it! Find the podcast by searching for ‘Global Dispatches’ wherever you listen to your podcasts 🎧 #OneCGIAR #InternationalDayForNonViolence #GlobalDispatches

🌍💧⚡🌾 Understanding the Water-Energy-Food-Environment Nexus is vital for fostering inclusive societies and enhancing human security. Our recent discussion highlights the complex connections between these elements and stresses the need for equitable resource access for everyone. 🌐🌟 The Discussion Brief examined examples from the #MENA, #SSA, and #Asia_Pacific regions, drawing insights from the Royal Academy of Engineering’s recent symposium. We explored how the WEFE Nexus is intertwined with inclusive societies and human security. 🔗 Discover how addressing climate challenges, conflicts, and socio-economic disparities can lead to resilient and inclusive futures. 🌿💡 Explore the full discussion brief 👉 https://lnkd.in/gnyyQKq7 MAHA Al-ZU'BI, Ph.D., Youssef Brouziyne, Shaila Shahid, Dr Majd Al Naber, Iqbal M Mujtaba FREng, Sally Weston, PhD #OneCGIAR #InclusiveSocieties #HumanSecurity

Most of you guessed it right! 🌍 According to the newly released 2024 Breakthrough Report—Agriculture, food systems account for nearly one-third (33%) of global emissions. To transform agriculture, the report urges countries to scale up clean technologies and strengthen international collaboration, to ensure we reduce emissions without compromising food and nutrition security. Explore more here 👉🏽 on.cgiar.org/3TTzXwm #OneCGIAR

#HappeningToday 📢 Discover the vital connections between drought and health at the Drought Resilience +10 Conference! Join IWMI’s Rachael McDonnell, Amarnath Giriraj and Mahesh Jampani for the side event “Uncovering the Link: Drought, Malnutrition, and Other Health Outcomes,” where they'll present a compelling case study on malnutrition in Senegal. Join us in Geneva or online—register now to be part of this crucial conversation! 🗓️ Date: October 2 ⏰ Time: 12:25 - 13:25 (GMT+2) 🎫 on.cgiar.org/3XDRSYU ANACIM | Agence Nationale de l'Aviation Civile et de la Météorologie, CGIAR Climate Impact Platform , CGIAR Impact Area: Environmental health & biodiversity, World Food Programme, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute at the University of Nebraska #OneCGIAR

⚠ While most of us understand that reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural systems is crucial for achieving international climate goals, how well do we know the role of food systems in contributing to global emissions? Let’s test! 👇🏽

#HappeningToday 📢 Join IWMI’s Rachael McDonnell, Amarnath Giriraj, and Niranga Alahacoon at the Drought Resilience +10 Conference side event, “South Asia, MENA, and Southern Africa Regions: Leading the Way in Drought Adaptation.” Convened by IWMI and partners, the session will showcase technical, policy, and practical aspects of drought management, focusing on innovative approaches and technologies for drought monitoring, early warning, and risk management through remote sensing and data analytics. Discussions will also highlight the integration of local knowledge with scientific data for effective drought strategies and the importance of governance and institutional capacity in enhancing resilience. Join them in Geneva or online to explore strategies for improving coordination among stakeholders and innovative financing for drought mitigation and adaptation. 🗓 01 Oct ⏰ 12:25 - 13:25 (GMT+2) 🎫 on.cgiar.org/3XDRSYU ICAR- Indian Council of Agricultural Research, World Meteorological Organization, Department of Meteorology - Sri Lanka, African Union Commission, Kathmandu Institute of Applied Sciences, CGIAR Impact Area: Environmental health & biodiversity, CGIAR Climate Impact Platform #OneCGIAR

Read our latest Research Journal Roundup blog for a curated selection of IWMI contributions to #research articles and journals in July to August 2024. 📚 Our contributions covered a wide range of topics, including food distribution in refugee camps, integrated water storage, solar irrigation in Nepal, climate extremes in West Africa, market demand for safe cabbage, and inclusive agricultural value chains in Mali. 👉 Read on to find out: on.cgiar.org/3ZLoPVN Komlavi Akpoti, PhD, Pay Drechsel, Matthew McCartney, Mirja Michalscheck, Birhanu Zemadim Birhanu, Thai Minh, Girma Yimer Ebrahim, Karthikeyan Matheswaran, Jasmine Deal, Sophie Gregrowski, Elizabeth Stifel. #OneCGIAR

#HappeningToday 📢 Join IWMI’s Rachael McDonnell and Amarnath Giriraj at the Drought Resilience +10 Conference side event, “Drought Monitoring and Early Warning for Food Security” today. Co-hosted by IWMI and FAO, this session will showcase tools for drought monitoring, forecasts, and early warning systems, along with strategies for managing drought risks in agriculture. Join them in Geneva or online as they discuss policy implications and practical applications to strengthen resilience against drought-related food security challenges. 🗓 30 Sep ⏰ 17:45 - 18:45 (GMT+2) 🎫 on.cgiar.org/3XDRSYU World Meteorological Organization, UN Convention to Combat Desertification