CGIAR Report Maps Path to Food Systems Equality
A new report identifies five key pathways to expand opportunities for women and youth in agriculture by 2050.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Women’s Issues
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The CGIAR Gender Equality and Inclusion Accelerator has released the Advancing Equality report. It outlines strategies to create more equitable and resilient global food, land, and water systems.
Why it matters
The findings aim to address systemic inequities to improve the future of food security. The report provides actionable insights for policymakers, researchers, and investors working to support rural populations.
The report details five distinct interlocking pathways for change within global food systems. These strategies are specifically designed to be implemented over the coming decades.
The players
CGIAR
CGIAR is a global research partnership for a food-secure future that is dedicated to transforming food, land, and water systems.
CGIAR Gender Equality and Inclusion Accelerator
This is a specialized initiative within the broader CGIAR network that focuses on research and advocacy to promote equality in agricultural development.
The details
The Advancing Equality report focuses on making women more visible within the agricultural sector while addressing intersecting constraints. It serves as a guide for researchers and practitioners looking to build inclusive systems.
Timeline
2050: The target year for achieving equitable and inclusive food and water systems.
Culture Shift
The report aligns with the ongoing International Year of the Woman Farmer to push for deeper societal change in agricultural roles. It signals a move away from traditional models toward a more inclusive future for women in the food sector.
The report provides a framework that may influence how local organizations and government agencies distribute agricultural resources. Readers involved in farming or development may see new policy initiatives inspired by these strategies.
The takeaway
Achieving global food security requires shifting focus toward the specific needs and contributions of women and young people. Stakeholders can use these pathways to advocate for more inclusive and resilient agricultural practices in their own regions.
Further reading
Learn more about ongoing efforts to promote equity at the Women’s Issues section.
More information
Read the complete full CGIAR gender report for detailed implementation strategies.
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