Celebrating 20 years of empowering youth in agrifood systems | YPARD 20th Anniversary

YPARD celebrates its 20th anniversary this year! We invite you to be part of this important milestone.

What started as a group of passionate researchers in Switzerland, has evolved into the largest, global youth-led network of young professionals in the agrifood systems. Over the years, YPARD has built strategic partnerships, contributed to international policy processes, supported youth-led innovation and entrepreneurship, and championed meaningful youth engagement in decision-making spaces. From launching global policy initiatives, strengthening agroecology programmes, and championing youth- and community-led initiatives through fellowships, incubators, and leadership opportunities, the network has continued to evolve and grow. 

In this event, we will take a moment to pause, reflect on, and celebrate our journey so far- bringing together people who have been instrumental in building the network. We will feature key initiatives from YPARD members, and talk about what the future holds.

Agenda

• Opening Remarks
• Panel Discussion: Tracing the YPARD Journey
• Spotlighting YPARD initiatives
• Final Reflections and Closing