Supporting Young People to Become Leaders for Fairer Food Systems

By:
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
Date:
2024
Resource type:
Blogs/news/opinion
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This presentation provides tools and guidance for young people to lead collective action for food systems transformation. It offers a structured approach to identifying issues, setting goals, engaging stakeholders, and implementing advocacy and awareness campaigns.

The toolkit includes:

Tool 3: Collective Action Planner – Helps youth define success, develop action plans, and identify key influencers.
Tool 4: Action Idea Handout – Provides strategies for communication, advocacy, and community awareness, including:
Social media campaigns
Public speaking and local engagement
Hosting events, hackathons, and petitions
Tool 5: Activity Design Template – Guides youth in planning, budgeting, and executing impactful campaigns.
The presentation empowers young people to take leadership roles in advocating for sustainable and equitable food systems through practical steps and real-world engagement strategies.

Photo Credit: GAIN