This report describes a FAO initiative that sought to involve women and youth in responsible investment in agriculture and food systems (RAI) in Ghana. The initiative has involved discussions on an online forum where a wide group of people deliberated on issues that are relevant for women and youth in agriculture. Additionally, field visits, workshops, and a study on women and youth-led agribusinesses have been conducted. The report presents summaries of the discussions that took place in the forum. 40 pp.
The aim of this publication is to provide a comprehensive assessment of the current state of financial inclusion among the Kenyan youth, especially those residing in rural and financially underserved areas. In particular, the study seeks to illustrate the clear linkage between the substantial financial access gap faced nowadays by the Kenyan youth and their inability to pursue high value-added entrepreneurial opportunities, chiefly in the agribusiness sector. 68 pp.
Since 1945, Canada and FAO have worked together towards finding solutions to many of the most pressing problems of our time, and tested new ways of delivering support to those most in need. Through total contributions of CAD 71 million (USD 53.5 million) between 2018 and 2019, Canada has enabled FAO to reach vulnerable populations in crisis-affected areas, while contributing to rural transformation through investments in agricultural productivity and livelihood opportunities. 4 pp.
The second issue of the RNE Gender Newsletter features stories from Lebanon, West Bank Gaza, Egypt and Iraq that focus on gender dimensions of field programmes and on sharing impactful human stories. In addition, the newsletter provides an opening article highlighting International Women's Day celebration with RNE staff at FAO Regional Office in Cairo. 7 pp.