Using foresight and scenario analysis for food systems change
Exploring the future for better decisions today
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Foresight4Food provides a mechanism for better analysis and synthesis of key trends and possible futures in global food systems to support more informed and strategic dialogue between the private sector, government, science and civil society.
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A framework of different dimensions and approaches in foresight and how they relate to each other. This framework illustrates an integrated approach to foresight that builds on the latest insights in scenario and foresight research.
The Foresight for Food Systems Transformation (FoSTr) Programme supports participatory foresight and scenario processes in Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
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Foresight4Food FoSTr programme conducted a pivotal in-country visit to Uganda, engaging key stakeholders in discussions about sustainable food systems. The visit, held in Entebbe and Kampala, involved collaborative efforts with various Ugandan ministries, organizations, and international experts to advance Uganda's food system agenda.
From November 4 to 8, 2024, the FoSTr programme conducted a pivotal in-country visit to Dhaka, engaging policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders in shaping the United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) Pathway Plan of Action for Bangladesh.
The Foresight4Food team has developed a summary report that features highlights and insights of the week-long workshop. The report features key messages that came out of the event as well as future directions and emerging priorities for the Foresight4Food initiative.
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FoSTr team participated in the next phase of Jordan’s journey toward food systems transformation as part of the Foresight4Food Initiative. This significant step brought together around fifty key stakeholders on November 11 to discuss strategies for accelerating change.
Bangladesh is working to develop it’s Food Systems Transformation Action Plan. This will be presented during the United Nations Food Systems Summit Plus 4 Stocktaking event. On November 6 and 7, Foresight4Food collaborated with GAIN Bangladesh to host a workshop on how foresight could contribute to the development of the Action Plan.
In today’s rapidly changing world, it’s vital to reassess our approach to foresight if we aim to make meaningful transitions toward a better future. But first, I want to reverse the perspective. Why should we engage with foresight in the first place? Why should foresight be central to our strategy for navigating today’s uncertainties and transitioning toward a more sustainable world?
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