Technical consultation: SDG implementation in FAO’s programming countries in Europe and Central Asia

In the context of the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Europe and Central Asia  region as a whole has made considerable progress towards eradicating hunger. Despite this progress, significant challenges persist when it comes to e.g. food security and nutrition for all, the triple burden of malnutrition – overweight and obesity in combination with undernourishment and micronutrient deficiencies, as well as rural poverty, land ownership, climate change, land degradation, gender equality and access to social services.

The purpose of the consultation is to share experiences and knowledge on SDG implementation as well as to identify priorities that can help member countries in advancing their respective SDG implementation. The consultation will also help to determine areas where FAO can support countries in achieving sustainable development.

Outlines of the Sessions

• Session 2: National Experiences in Implementing the SDGs: State of Play
• Session 3: Group Work –Transforming Food and Agriculture to Achieve the SDGs
• Session 5: Coherent Sectoral Policies and Coordination
• Session 6: The Principle of Leaving No One Behind
• Session 7: Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships
• Session 8: Data Collection and Indicators
• Session 9: Group Work – Identifying Follow-Up Action

Presentations

SDG Indicators for Policy Making Processes and Monitoring
Zaza Chelidze, FAO Georgia

FAO tools to support SDGs implementation in the agriculture sector
Reuben Sessa, FAO

Leveraging SDG co-benefits from climate action in the agriculture and land use sectors
Krystal Crumpler – Climate and Environment Division, FAO

Introduction to the 2030 Agenda
The role of sustainable food and agriculture for the achievement of SDGs
David Conte, Senior Advisor, FAO Strategic Programme on Rural Poverty Reduction

Importance of NDC to access climate funding: example Green Climate Fund (GCF)
Reuben Sessa, Programme Officer (climate change), FAO

The importance of improving nutrition and promoting balanced diets as a contribution to multiple SDGs
Keigo Obara, Food Security Officer, FAO Sub-regional Office for Central Asia

The importance of cooperatives and Konya Sugar Corp. as a sustainable development model
Prof. Dr. H. Özkan Sivritepe, [email protected]

Regional drivers for SDG implementation - REU Regional Initiatives and contributions to SDGs
Raimund Jehle, Regional Program Leader FAO REU

Introduction of REU’s support on SDGs in the region, challenges and opportunities
Valeria Rocca, FAO Regional SDG Advisor

Empowerment of Vulnerable IDPs, Case of Georgia
Zaza Chelidze, FAO Georgia

Data Integration
Aleksandre Arabuli