Global WEF Nexus Community Podcast

EP 9: Future of Food: Youth, Climate, and the Power of Advocacy with Mendy Ndlovu and Wendy Geza

In this episode hosts Anne Chisa and Rewa Assi speak with two early career researchers, Mendy and Wendy, the first Black African women to author the 2023 Global Hunger Report.

Together, they discuss the challenges and opportunities young people face in transforming food systems amidst climate change. From the realities of science advocacy to the role of governments and communities in promoting food sovereignty, this episode explores:

  • Youth inclusion and leadership in food systems
  • The impact of climate change on food and nutrition security
  • How science can bridge the gap between policy and practical solutions
  • Lessons from the Global Hunger Report: Beyond 2030

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