Global Donor Platform for Rural Development

A vibrant partnership, advocacy and knowledge network of key donors focusing on food security and rural development.

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Rural youth as partners—not just participants 🌱

The Rural Youth Employment group, co-chaired by @GYpard44100 @YPARD @LeonardMizziEU @EU_Commission, is shifting from process to action: empowering youth in policy, programmes, innovation.

https://t.co/OGxWXYw9KU

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🌍 Better coordination for better food systems

The Donor Platform helps donors work together—aligning priorities, sharing knowledge, and turning dialogue into coordinated action.

🌱 As food challenges grow more complex, collaboration is essential.

🔗 https://t.co/TYv9eNAEDb

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Join the @donorplatform and @IFAD at #Fin4Dev Dialogues:

Stabilizing Agrifood Systems Amid Trade, Energy and Market Volatility
Wednesday 22 April 2026
8:30–9:45 (New York ET)
Hybrid (In-person at IFAD’s New York Office and on Zoom)

👉 Register: https://t.co/GawemyKvLh

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NEW: The Spring 2026 Edition of the Donor Platform Newsletter 🌍 As agrifood systems face shifting geopolitics and shrinking ODA, strategic coordination isn't just a "plus"—it’s a necessity.

Here is how we are mobilizing to meet the moment.
https://t.co/Q9MOCNmcyr

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The @donorplatform has adopted a new Strategy and Approach for 2026–2030, providing a framework to guide the Platform’s priorities, coordination, and decision-making in a rapidly evolving global development environment.

👉 Read the paper: https://t.co/yhF3eHxEyh

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Agrifood systems are central to growth and stability.
Our four new workstreams position them as strategic investments:
💰 Return on Investment
🤖 AI & Data for Decision-making
🌐 Multilateralism & Policy Engagement
📈 Blended Finance & Catalytic Capital
🔗https://t.co/7HcZnPIlRB

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In 2025, the Donor Platform strengthened its role as a strategic convener shaping the global debate on financing agrifood systems.

👉 Read the 2025 Annual Report:
https://t.co/cdV60QlGKU

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GDPRD Board Member Lisa van Nieuwkoop @MinBZ reflects on collaboration, sharing initiatives, and making action more tangible in 2026.

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At end of 2025, GDPRD convened experts on ‘Evolving Roles in a Fragmented Aid Landscape.’ Key insights: prioritize data, recognize ag jobs, understand debt, engage private sector, leverage IFIs, innovate de-risking.
Watch:
https://t.co/OkMHXbTbkX

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📢 Excited to welcome @LeonardMizziEU @EU_Commission and @MJWoudstra @DutchMFA as the new Donor Platform Co-Chairs (2026–2028)! 👏 Looking forward to their leadership.

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🌍 “We are at the beginning of a new global world order, but in the middle of a world disorder.”
Read the interview with @alexander_tmg, Founder and Managing Director of @TMG_think:
https://t.co/bV0tlkitJl

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The Fight Back Has Begun: @lawrencehaddad @GAINalliance on financing agrifood systems in 2026. From rethinking ODA to strengthening collaboration among donors, there are reasons for optimism in 2026. Read and watch the interview: https://t.co/FsmPOodJS7

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📢 WEBINAR | Systems Approach to Agrifood Finance 🗓 20 Jan 2026 | 15:00–15:45 CET | Zoom
Join @jimwoodhill (GDPRD) & @FAO’s Corinna Hawkes on why a systems approach helps donors & investors better align limited finance for real impact.

Register now: https://t.co/nYEO7kOC9U

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In 2026, the @donorplatform looks forward to continuing its role as a space for members and partners to connect, align, and work together to strengthen food systems and deliver impact.

✨Wishing everyone a year of collaboration and strong partnerships.

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🎧 New @IFAD podcast: How tech & #AI are closing the rural info gap. Key for Donor Platform, with IFAD as Board member & Secretariat host.

In 2026, the Platform will explore AI to improve coordination & decision-making. 🎙️ Listen on https://t.co/mGv5bvEfS6

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✨ As 2025 ends, we have shared our final newsletter — a chance to pause after a challenging year and look ahead with more clarity on next steps.

The 2026 focus is firmly on action.

Thanks to all who contributed time, thinking and leadership. 💪🌱

https://t.co/Q9MOCNmcyr

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Investing in agrifood systems is investing in prosperity, resilience & stability. Read our interview with @IFAD’s Federica Diamanti on why aligning donors, leveraging innovative finance & scaling action now is essential.
👉 https://t.co/V38SagGgVd

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🎥 Our #CFS53 side event recording is now live and already past 500 views.

On 24 Oct, we joined @FAO and @IFAD to discuss financing agrifood systems transformation and how to better align multilateral, public, private and blended investments.

Video link in comments ⬇️

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🌍INTERVIEW: New Member @IOFS_Official on Building Stronger Food Systems through Collaboration
Featuring Abdula Manafi Mutualo, Chief Multilateral Relations Officer
Get to know our new member:
https://t.co/3J55McX7fr

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Join us for the #AGA2025 the Donor Platform’s Annual General Assembly!

12 Dec 2025 | Brussels & online | Hosted by the 🇪🇺 European Commission
Theme: Investing in the Future of Agrifood Systems

👉 Register now: https://t.co/NoxJO0E2rq