Sessions - Inequalities and Sustainable Development Goals

On the Road to COP 29: Making African Agriculture a Central Topic in Climate Talks 

Historically, agriculture has been underrepresented in COP dialogues despite its significant impact on and vulnerability to climate change. At COP28, a major breakthrough occurred with the COP28 UAE Declaration on Sustainable Agriculture, Resilient Food Systems, and Climate Action, where 160 countries committed to prioritizing agriculture in future climate talks. The panel aims to spotlight the critical role of African agriculture in global climate discussions as we approach COP29. The Paris Peace Forum’s ATLAS initiative, established to promote South-North cooperation on sustainable African agriculture, will leverage this panel to mobilize a coalition of African states and international partners at COP29. This effort aims to ensure that African agriculture is a central topic in climate negotiations, recognizing its pivotal role in global climate solutions. 

Tackling global malnutrition: what are the priorities? 

Through a series of meetings, an Independent Expert Panel on Nutrition convened by the Paris Peace Forum had the opportunity to examine and identify the most relevant actions to improve nutrition in all its various aspects. By mobilizing relevant actors for the upcoming Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit in Paris in March 2025, this session will enable experts in their various fields to address policymakers directly by setting out political and financial priorities in each of the areas covered and presenting their set of comprehensive recommendations. Guided by scientific evidence and goals such as the newly launched World Bank’s Investment Framework for Nutrition, the panel’s outcome will be to facilitate the execution of actions needed to combat malnutrition effectively on a global scale but also provide a clear and actionable roadmap for decisionmakers, in the run-up to the N4G Summit.  

Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Progress 

In this session, innovative solutions selected by the Paris Peace Forum from around the world will showcase their progress in accelerating sustainable development and social change in diverse domains. This session will provide an opportunity to meet projects leaders advancing gender equality and social inclusion, bolstering food security and promoting a fair access to outer space for sustainable growth and environmental protection. From India to Mexico or Ecuador passing by the Middle East, they are tackling critical global challenges and driving tangible impact at scale. This interactive panel will feature pitches and insights from experts, offering a unique opportunity to learn about effective strategies to accelerate progress on the SDGs. Join this discussion around these changemakers’ journeys and the transformative potential of their work on the ground!