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Theme 1, Group 1.1 Integrating food systems transformation into urban and territorial governance and planning In light of the group discussions’ vision, i.e. that “Multi-level food governance mechanisms are established and local governments are recognized and supported as active key players for promoting food systems transformation”, the group identified a number of actions that are necessary to better move towards the vision: National frameworks that legally, financially and institutionally make greater action at local level possible Capacity building of local actors once these resource... قراءة المزيدs become available An international framework that ensures national level accountability (to local level action) Joined up climate change (CC) and food policies at global level (i.e. get food on the CC agenda) Mechanisms within food policy councils (FPC) that ensure participation (of farmers for example) Investment in trans-local (city-to-city) alliances It was also noted that the private sector has a strong impact on the food environment. The question is: how to best engage with it? All agreed that a distinction needs to be made between different private sector actors (global, national, local) and that a different approach is needed depending on the actors involved. Organizations were not specific as to their contributions. There was a general consensus on the need to build local-level capacity, advocate for changes in legislation and finance streams at national level, and set up effective participatory mechanisms within FPCs. Indicators of success were briefly discussed and these included “technical” indicators, such as levels of waste recycled/reduced, diet-related indicators, and number of outlets that sell local product. In addition to this, it was noted that it will be important to ensure the sustainability of actions over time. قراءة القليل

The discussions converged on the need for deep strategic thought to advocate for an integrated urban food systems agenda which: (i) strengthen the connections between the different components of a sustainable urban food systems (food environments, food procurement and distribution, urban agriculture, food waste, school meals, etc.) and (ii) connect food system transformation with other policy priorities (such as public health and social protection) sustainable development. This integrated urban food systems agenda will require a systems leadership on urban food systems with improved capacities... قراءة المزيد and competencies of urban and local government. Political will and leadership were mentioned as key levers of change for local and national food systems transformation. Raising awareness on the importance of promoting urban food systems transformation through initiatives across departments/policy domains and the development of a common urban food systems vision were introduced as crucial for accelerating food systems transformation. COVID-19 highlighted inequities in the food system. Cities have responded to emergency needs in innovative ways but they lack the resources and adequate capacity for promoting systemic responses. All levels of government (national, state/provincial, municipal) and other food system stakeholders must work together to promote equitable food systems transformation and ensure food is integrated into emergency planning, response and recovery. COVID-19 must be harnessed as a basis for securing political will for long-term, transformative action. Strong advocacy is required to ensure policy-makers understand that the COVID-19 food crisis is symptomatic of the fragility of our food systems. The urban food systems analysis at the urban level was promoted as key tool for providing baseline information, promoting systems thinking and for developing integrated food plans and strategies. There is a broad consensus on the lack of both urban food systems data and capacities in addressing systemic and cross-sectoral issues. Improving urban food governance was recognized at the heart of the transformative food systems change. The promotion of innovative and inclusive mechanisms to engage with communities particularly with the vulnerable ones was identified as key priority. To enable this engagement with the communities, local governments need to bring together actors involved in multiple processes, including civil society organizations, to co-create and co-design with them holistic food strategies and plans while advocating for integration with national policies and strategies to leverage existing resources and maximize impact. The urban food systems challenges need to be addressed leveraging on existing networks and experiences, creating space for dialogues and fostering new alliances and networks among different stakeholders and various level of governments. قراءة القليل

The main purpose of the Urban Food Systems Global Dialogue was to bring political attention and promote significant action towards urban food system transformation. The dialogue brought together local and national government politicians, urban government practitioners, local food leaders and civil society organizations and local producers. The intent was to reflect on and recognize the role of local government and the importance of integrating food policy with national government and all food system stakeholders. In addition the dialogue provided an opportunity to share the results of the city... قراءة المزيد consultations and independent dialogues supported by the Urban Food Systems Working Group and to advocate for the integration of the urban food agenda into the UN Food Systems Summit process. The Mayors of Quelimane, Belo Horizonte and Tunis provided the voice of Cities at the plenary panel as well as the Executive Director of GAIN, Director of Food Systems Division of FAO, an urban food systems researcher from the University of Cape Town and a representative of the National Food Policy Council in Canada. A representative of the Urban Food Systems Working Group shared the key messages emerging from the city consultations and dialogues. Break Out room discussions focussed on Food System Governance; Public Procurement and School Food; Food Waste and Circular Economy; Finance for Urban Food Systems; Social Protection and Inclusion and Resilience to Shocks and Stressors. There was spirited discussion in all the break out rooms with participants keen to advocate for the urban food agenda as a vehicle for integration of health, social, environmental and economic issues at the local level. While each session had a focus topic many common issues emerged. Participants stressed the importance of applying an equity and inclusion approach to all urban food systems work. They also emphasized the importance of building capacity and enabling local governments to leverage existing resources to promote sustainable food systems while advocating for integration with national policy and strategies. Food system analysis at the urban level is a key tool for providing baseline analysis and information for developing integrated food plans and strategies. These must be consistent with regional and national plans to leverage existing resources and maximize impact. Participants stressed that cities are already taking action on the ground but there is a need to leverage that capacity in order to realize multiple urban agenda goals. Cities can use existing infrastructure, collaborative partnerships with all food system stakeholders to build on this foundation. Cities have an important role in developing local and inclusive urban food systems, integrating the community perspective, as well as working in multi-stakeholder partnerships and connecting food system planning to social protection. قراءة القليل