Global Forum on Food Security and Nutrition (FSN Forum)

Re: How can FAO and Civil Society Organizations engage better?

Mr. Basiru Darboe

MINISTRY OF FISHERIES WATER RESOURCES AND NATIONAL ASSEMBLY MATTERS
Gambia

FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) and civil society organizations can engage with better by collaborating and working together towards common goals. This can be achieved through various means such as:

1. communication and dialogue: FAO and civil society organizations can engage better by initiating open and transparent communication channels. this can involve regular meetings, forums, and discussions to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and address concerns.

2. partnership and collaboration: FAO and civil society organizations can form partnerships and collaborate on projects and initiatives. This can include joint research, advocacy campaigns, capacity-building programs, and implementation of sustainable development projects.

3. inclusion and participation: FAO  and civil society organizations can be actively involved better in decision-making processes. This can be done by ensuring their representation in relevant committees, task forces, and working groups. It is important to provide a better with a platform to voice their opinions, concerns, and suggestions.

4. capacity building and empowerment: FAO and civil society organizations can engaged better by providing them with training, resources, and support to enhance their skills and knowledge this can enable better to actively participate in agricultural and rural development activities, contribute to policy discussions, and implement sustainable practices.

5. Information sharing and awareness raising: FAO and civil society organizations can be engaged better by sharing information best practices, and success stories. this can be done through workshops, seminars, publications, and online platforms. it is important to raise awareness about the importance of a better role in agriculture and rural development.

overall, FAO and civil society organizations can engage better by recognizing their expertise, involving them in decision-making processes, and providing them with the necessary support and resources to contribute effectively to sustainable development.