Ismahane Elouafi
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Executive Managing Director,
@cgiar.org
🇨🇦 Great to be back in Ottawa, connecting with Canadian partners on how we can advance global food systems and food security, aligned with Canada’s evolving trade and development priorities. Grateful for Canada’s longstanding partnership 🤝 🌍
about 11 hours ago
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🍽️ 🚌 Across Africa, 71.5 million children receive daily meals 🍚 When sourced locally, these programmes support smallholder farmers, improve nutrition and strengthen local economies 🌍 https://on.cgiar.org/3PdZZed
@bioversityciat.bsky.social
17 days ago
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Eid Mubarak to all celebrating! 🌙 Wishing you peace, joy, and renewal. Grateful for the spirit of compassion and solidarity that inspires our
@cgiar.org
community and partners around the world. ✨
20 days ago
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CGIAR
22 days ago
💧🌾 For women farmers, growing rice means navigating uncertainty - water levels, climate shifts and limited access to resources and knowledge. When women have access to information, tools and opportunities, they don’t just grow crops. They strengthen food systems for all.
@irriofficial.bsky.social
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Ismahane Elouafi
CGIAR
21 days ago
📢📢
#NowHiring
! CGIAR has opportunities across science, communications, finance, and leadership. Join our staff working in 70+ countries to deliver science and innovation for a food‑secure future. Explore roles & apply today.
https://www.cgiar.org/careers#Vacancies
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Yesterday at the #VillarsInstitute, we explored how to shift food systems from extraction to regeneration. Smallholders—who grow a third of our food—face rising climate risks.
@cgiar.org
#VillarsInstitute
science shows real solutions.
#FoodSystems
21 days ago
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💦 🌱 Sustainable irrigation is not just about water. We must consider the full picture: water, energy, food and ecosystems. For me, this is where science matters most - connecting systems and turning knowledge into action. Read more 👉 https://on.cgiar.org/4by2MX0
@ifpri.org
@iwmi.bsky.social
21 days ago
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🤵♀️ 🌸 Leadership carries responsibility. And for many women, it often means balancing family, career and expectations at the same time. But true leadership doesn’t require women to fit into old models. 📺 Listen to the entire talk 👉
https://www.youtube.com/live/cXwafRlSkAs
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about 1 month ago
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Ismahane Elouafi
Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT
about 1 month ago
🌼 This International Women's Day, we spotlight women transforming food and land systems. 💭 Then a curious girl, 👩🌾 now a leader driving innovation that feed communities & protect the planet. 👉 https://allbiociat.org/3Nm2nyR
#YearOfTheWomanFarmer
#IYWF2026
#IWD
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Ismahane Elouafi
International Water Management Institute
about 1 month ago
What advice would you give your younger self? For Ismahane Elouafi (
@cgiar-emd.bsky.social
), the journey in science has been full of breakthroughs & inspiration. From childhood dreams to Executive Managing Director at
@cgiar.org
, she’s shaping a climate-resilient and food-secure future for all.
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Ismahane Elouafi
CGIAR
about 1 month ago
For #InternationalWomensDay,
@cgiar-emd.bsky.social
#InternationalWomensDay
Ismahane Elouafi joined scientists and leaders to share her personal reflections on leadership, women in science. 📺 ICYMI: Watch here:
https://on.cgiar.org/4r0VkJH
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👩 Women don’t just need empowerment - they need opportunities. Honored to speak at the Women Breaking Boundaries event for
#InternationalWomensDay
. Listen to the full conversation 👉
https://on.cgiar.org/4uoyHSC
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about 1 month ago
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📢 An important milestone for global action on nature, climate, and food systems! Proud to announce a new #IUCN -
@cgiar.org
#IUCN
partnership, focused on sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation to shape resilient food systems. 🔗
https://lnkd.in/ddKDRniq
about 1 month ago
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Ismahane Elouafi
Science Magazine
about 2 months ago
“AI can transform agricultural research, as long as we remain realistic about its capabilities and grounded about its risks,” writes
@cgiar-emd.bsky.social
in a new
#ScienceExpertVoices
article.
https://scim.ag/4aDqIYu
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Ramadan Moubarak — رمضان مبارك 🌙 Wishing peace, reflection, and gentle days to all observing. May this month bring you moments of calm, spiritual renewal, and connection with loved ones. Ramadan Kareem — رمضان كريم.
about 2 months ago
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Happy Lunar New Year! 🐎 Welcoming the
#YearoftheHorse
and celebrating the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists
#IYRP2026
—honoring the strength and resilience of pastoral communities worldwide. Wishing everyone a joyful and prosperous year ahead.
about 2 months ago
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Farmers are experts in their own food systems. When AI overlooks their knowledge, it’s not only unjust – it’s flawed science. In
@science.org
, I highlight how
@cgiar.org
is co-designing AI tools with farmers, not imposing them. 🔗
https://on.cgiar.org/4tquKfs
about 2 months ago
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🎙️ At
@munsecconf.bsky.social
, I spoke about the importance of strengthening national capacity, aligning investment with stability goals, and fostering partnerships between public and private sectors. 📺 Continue watching https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADxii7m1Gzs
#FoodSecurity
#MSC2026
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about 2 months ago
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Ismahane Elouafi
CGIAR
about 2 months ago
As leaders meet at
@munsecconf.bsky.social
, one message is clear: Food security = global security. In
@devex.com
,
@cgiar-emd.bsky.social
and Ban Ki-moon
@bkmfoundation.bsky.social
call call for urgent investment in agricultural research. 🕊 https://on.cgiar.org/3MhDEvb
#MSC2026
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Ismahane Elouafi
CGIAR
about 2 months ago
🔬 👩🔬To mark International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we hear from women scientists whose work is helping turn research into real impact. Women in science are not only part of innovation - they are shaping solutions that improve livelihoods.
#IDWGS
#WomeninScience
#EveryVoiceinScience
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Food Security is Global Security. At
@munsecconf.bsky.social
, honored to exchange views with
@iomchief.iom.int
@maximotorero.bsky.social
@alexander-de-croo.bsky.social
and others. ICYMI Watch here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADxi...
add a skeleton here at some point
about 2 months ago
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At @munsecconf.bsky.social, we're reminding leaders that food security IS global security. Investing in agricultural research delivers huge returns for peace, resilience, and stability. 🕊 https://on.cgiar.org/3MhDEvb
#FoodSecurity
#MSC2026
#CGIAR
@devex.com @bkmfoundation.bsky.social
about 2 months ago
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Ismahane Elouafi
CGIAR
about 2 months ago
Celebrating women and girls in science 👩🔬 Juliet Masiga shares what inspires her work: turning science into practical solutions that people benefit from in real life. Women in science bridge the lab and the field, improving livelihoods #IDWGS #WomeninScience
@ilri.org
#IDWGS
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Ismahane Elouafi
CGIAR
about 2 months ago
👩🔬As we mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we spotlight the scientists turning research into real-world impact. Chin Yee shares how her work brings science and foresight together to support small-scale fishers and coastal communities.
@worldfish.bsky.social
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Today is World Wetlands Day 🌿💧 A moment to recognize how essential wetlands are to water security, food systems and climate resilience, and how urgently they need protection.
@iwmi.bsky.social
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2 months ago
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Healthy wetlands sustain biodiversity, nourish communities and build climate resilience. On #WorldWetlandsDay, we celebrate these vital ecosystems and the work of
@cgiar.org
,
@iwmi.bsky.social
and
@worldfish.bsky.social
to protect water and aquatic food systems,
@ramsar.org
#WorldWetlandsDay
#WWD2026
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2 months ago
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Ismahane Elouafi
International Food Policy Research Institute
2 months ago
🔍 Did you miss this #webinar? 📌 Evidence-Informed Impact: Unpacking the Untapped Potential of the School Feeding Labor Force 🤝 Co-organized by IFPRI and
@gcnf.org
📺 Watch the recording here: https://on.cgiar.org/49YBbxE
@cgiar.org
#webinar
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Ismahane Elouafi
WorldFish
2 months ago
🌊The Asia–Africa BlueTech Superhighway (AABS), led by WorldFish, is transforming aquatic food systems through innovation, technology, and community action. Watch the video here: 📽️https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWEFqY0iRuQ
#AABSMozambique
#Aquaculture
#DigitalCoasts
#SustainableFisheries
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Looking forward to
@munsecconf.bsky.social
#MSC2026 🎤 🇩🇪 a vital space for dialogue on today’s most pressing global security challenges. Food security, climate resilience and peace are deeply connected, and science must be part of the conversation 💬
@cgiar.org
#MSC2026
2 months ago
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🤝 I'm proud to sign CGIAR’s partnership with Saudi Arabia to advance agricultural innovation, food security and environmental sustainability. With a $5M commitment, we’re investing in people, science and tech to accelerate crop improvement. Implementation led by ICARDA
https://on.cgiar.org/4qo3hsQ
3 months ago
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Ismahane Elouafi
WorldFish
3 months ago
🤝Egypt has renewed its country agreement with WorldFish, following Cabinet endorsement of the President’s approval. ➡️Official release on the Egyptian Cabinet’s Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17LE6wHp9k/
➡️Official press release
https://www.youm7.com/
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📺
@cgiar.org
: Who We Are; This film captures what I see every day: science in action, alongside farmers and partners, building climate-resilient food systems. This film is a reminder that science offers real hope for a secure future 🌱🔬
https://on.cgiar.org/45HaDPT
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CGIAR Who We Are
YouTube video by CGIAR
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1gNMk4X6j8
3 months ago
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🖤 Heartbroken by the loss of Salma Kadry. She gave voice to the MENA region and championed gender-responsive, inclusive approaches when they mattered most. She will be deeply missed and her legacy will continue to guide our work.
https://on.cgiar.org/3NgzO5E
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Remembering Salma Kadry: champion for climate, peace and security
https://www.cgiar.org/news-events/news/remembering-salma-kadry-champion-climate-peace-security
3 months ago
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Coming straight from my heart - warm congratulations to Dr. Namukolo Covic on her appointment as Head of the CGIAR Liaison Office for Africa. 🌍 I know she brings deep experience, credibility and a commitment to Africa’s food-secure future.
@ilri.org
https://on.cgiar.org/4pKKOpy
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Dr Namukolo Covic leads CGIAR's Liaison Office for Africa
https://www.cgiar.org/news-events/news/dr-namukolo-covic-leads-cgiars-liaison-office-africa
3 months ago
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Honored to see
@cgiar.org
named among
@foodtank.bsky.social
’s organizations to watch in 2026 🙌
https://on.cgiar.org/4qJRlBs
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126 Food and Ag Organizations to Watch in 2026
These 126 organizations are building a more regenerative, equitable, and delicious food future.
https://foodtank.com/news/2025/12/food-agriculture-orgs-to-watch/
3 months ago
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As fisheries face growing threats from climate change, overfishing and pollution, CGIAR works with governments and communities to restore fish stocks and advance sustainable fisheries and aquaculture. @WorldFishCenter
https://on.cgiar.org/3KX8Gba
🎥 @WebsEdgeTV
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3 months ago
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🎆 Happy New Year! ✨ Wishing everyone a bright and joyful 2026! May we continue to grow, innovate and build a more resilient world together.
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3 months ago
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✨ 💫 As the year ends, I’m reflecting on moments that filled me with purpose. Being on the 2025
#TIME100
list of the world’s most influential people is one of them. Grateful for everyone advancing science and looking forward to carrying this momentum into the year ahead.
3 months ago
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✨ Before the year slips away, I’m taking a quiet moment to honor what this year gave and to set intention for what comes next. Wishing you a year filled with purpose, perspective, and moments that ground you and remind you what matters most 💫
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4 months ago
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🌱🌍 As we close the year, one lesson stands out: real solutions begin with people. A moment captured earlier this year at the World Economic Forum
#FoodSecurity
#OneCGIAR
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4 months ago
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📰 ✨ Deeply honored to be named one of New African Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Africans, and especially meaningful to be recognized as a Change Maker. I’m proud to contribute to the science and partnerships shaping a sustainable future 🌾
@cgiar.org
4 months ago
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✨ It's the end of the year and I’m looking back on the conversations and collaborations that shaped it. Thank you to the scientists and partners who continue to push this work forward. Here’s to building on this momentum in the year ahead 💫
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4 months ago
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✨ At this turning point between years, I’m reflecting on one of the most important conversations we’ve had this year at
@financialtimes.com
Live in Tokyo 🇯🇵 Solutions only work when they are affordable, accessible and designed with smallholder farmers in mind 🌱
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4 months ago
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🤖 The launch of AI Agriculture Ecosystem in Abu Dhabi reminded me why I believe so strongly in the power of science. AgriLLM, CGIAR AI Hub, and new advances in water and climate-resilient crops show how AI delivers impact when science leads.
@ifad.org
@iwmi.bsky.social
https://on.cgiar.org/4pwTaBL
4 months ago
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📣 I had the privilege of witnessing the signing of the first @qatar_fund agreement with
@worldfish.bsky.social
- a USD 5M partnership to strengthen aquaculture & nutrition in Kenya and across Africa. Proud to see partnerships like this turning ambition into impact 👏
@billgates.bsky.social
4 months ago
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🏆 A moment of recognition for dryland agriculture! Proud to see ICARDA receive the Almarai Prize - a well-deserved honor for over a decade of work strengthening food security across dry regions. Congratulations to all partners involved!
https://on.cgiar.org/49XoHYG
4 months ago
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At #COP30,
@cgiar.org
and
@fao.org
#COP30
s joint Food & Agriculture Pavilion was more than a venue. It’s was a platform for collaboration, scaling and action, bringing together CGIAR experts, key partners, farmers, and food systems experts from around the world. @cop30
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4 months ago
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Great news from #COP30! Brazil‑led #RAIZAccelerator launched yesterday.
@cgiar.org
stands ready to turn restoration science into investable opportunities and de‑risk finance at scale — to restore 250M ha by 2050. More info: https://on.cgiar.org/48fw9fk 📸
@enb.iisd.org
#COP30
5 months ago
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Ismahane Elouafi
CGIAR
5 months ago
📢 RAIZ launches at #COP30! CGIAR is proud to be part of a new, Brazil-led accelerator backed by 8 countries to restore degraded farmland—a quadruple win for climate, biodiversity, food security & combating desertification. https://on.cgiar.org/4o0OxhP
@fao.org
#COP30
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Ismahane Elouafi
SDG2 Advocacy Hub
5 months ago
Recently, our CEO,
@paulbnewnham.bsky.social
spoke with
@cgiar.org
's
@cgiar-emd.bsky.social
about what it will take to scale good food & nutrition for the billions left behind. As
#COP30
debates adaptation, this conversation is worth revisiting. 📺
www.youtube.com/watch?v=pc4W...
#GoodFood4All
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CGIAR's impact on global food systems with Dr. Ismahane Elouafi
YouTube video by Paul Newnham
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pc4WXPvoqsE
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