On April 23, 2026, the FAO’s Office of Innovation hosted a global webinar for International Girls in ICT Day. This event, part of a worldwide initiative led by the International

On April 23, 2026, the FAO’s Office of Innovation hosted a global webinar for International Girls in ICT Day. This event, part of a worldwide initiative led by the International Telecommunication Union and aligned with the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026, highlighted the empowerment of girls in ICT as both an equity issue and a strategic investment for future agrifood systems.

The webinar featured opening remarks by Henry van Burgsteden, Senior Innovation Officer, and moderation by Alessia Correani, Innovation Officer. A diverse panel included Huda Alsahi (FAO), Isabella Chancahuana Castillo (youth leadership, WFF & Huawei), and Buyiswa Twala (CEO, Agrigreat Soiltech&Envirocare), providing valuable insights.

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Free solo climber Alex Honnold recently discussed how improved energy access can deter illegal extractive industries in undeveloped regions, such as the Ecuadorian Amazon.

Speaking with

Free solo climber Alex Honnold recently discussed how improved energy access can deter illegal extractive industries in undeveloped regions, such as the Ecuadorian Amazon.

Speaking with Grist's Editor-in-Chief Kat Bagley at SF Climate Week in April 2026, Honnold also addressed climate change and broader energy access issues.

Listen to "The Work We Do" episode featuring Charles Spillane, FAO Chief Scientist, on Spotify, Apple Music, or SoundCloud. Spillane shares his techno-optimistic worldview, shaped by his Irish

Listen to "The Work We Do" episode featuring Charles Spillane, FAO Chief Scientist, on Spotify, Apple Music, or SoundCloud. Spillane shares his techno-optimistic worldview, shaped by his Irish farm upbringing, highlighting science's power to improve society.

He discusses why scientific advances often fail smallholder farmers, how to bridge the knowledge-adoption gap, and addressing financial and systemic barriers. Charlie also explores data's role in agriculture, funding limitations, and his vision for a future-ready agrifood science system. Subscribe to FAO on YouTube and follow on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, and Weibo. © FAO: fao.org #SDGs #Agenda2030 #GlobalGoals

Facing unprecedented ecological and social challenges, The AskNature Podcast explores how looking to nature can guide our future. It uncovers nature-inspired strategies for resilience, innovation,

Facing unprecedented ecological and social challenges, The AskNature Podcast explores how looking to nature can guide our future. It uncovers nature-inspired strategies for resilience, innovation, and systemic change, bringing together diverse voices to answer this crucial question.

Season 1 focuses on the exponential impact of reconnecting with nature, featuring guests like Janine Benyus, Christiana Figueres, and Robin Wall Kimmerer. Hosted by Amanda Sturgeon (CEO, Biomimicry Institute) and Andrew Howley, this project from The Biomimicry Institute premieres Episode 1 on May 27th.

Quantum computing offers unique research opportunities, particularly in quantum networking as an alternative to developing large quantum computers. Raj Jain (Washington University in St. Louis)

Quantum computing offers unique research opportunities, particularly in quantum networking as an alternative to developing large quantum computers. Raj Jain (Washington University in St. Louis) will highlight these research avenues in this heavily invested field.

Organized by the ITU Journal on Future and Evolving Technologies (ITU J-FET), this webinar addresses a critical area of technological advancement. The ITU J-FET is a free, international journal covering all communications and networking paradigms, welcoming fundamental and applied research papers.

Discover more about the ITU Journal on Future and Evolving Technologies (ITU J-FET) and its webinar series programme, including Calls for Papers.

The Celestial Guide to Sustainability explores how sky rhythms—sun, moon, stars, and seasons—have long guided human life and sustainable practices. Ancient communities relied on these patterns

The Celestial Guide to Sustainability explores how sky rhythms—sun, moon, stars, and seasons—have long guided human life and sustainable practices. Ancient communities relied on these patterns for agriculture and time. Reconnecting can inspire more balanced living.

Obuli Chandran R is the Founder/CEO of Mango Education (est. 2016), promoting experiential STEM learning to develop young problem-solvers. An award-winning educator in astronomy, physics, and math, he is passionate about science communication and youth engagement.

He inspires curiosity through stargazing, interactive courses, and outreach, blending field experiences with scientific concepts. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

This talk explores how personal disruptions, or “glitches,” become powerful inflection points within supportive communities. After losing her job as an immigrant in Germany, Kseniia faced

This talk explores how personal disruptions, or “glitches,” become powerful inflection points within supportive communities. After losing her job as an immigrant in Germany, Kseniia faced financial uncertainty and an identity crisis. Engaging with women in her community transformed her perceived failure into reinvention.

This revealed women’s communities are vital catalysts. Kseniia connects her story to research on systemic barriers for highly skilled immigrant women, showing how trusted networks foster confidence and collective power. She founded Europe's largest Russian-speaking women's community (1,500+ members), empowering women as an entrepreneur.

Kseniia speaks on women’s leadership and collective transformation. This TEDx talk is available at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Remote cameras recently captured rare flat-headed cats (Prionailarus planiceps) in Thailand, unseen since 1995. These nocturnal felines, threatened by habitat loss, are now a focus for

Remote cameras recently captured rare flat-headed cats (Prionailarus planiceps) in Thailand, unseen since 1995. These nocturnal felines, threatened by habitat loss, are now a focus for conservation efforts. Learn more about Panthera Thailand: panthera.org/panthera-thailand-and-regional-team.

The Center for Biological Diversity, a 501c3 nonprofit, secures a future for all species. Believing human welfare links to nature's diversity, we use science, law, and creative media to protect vital habitats, ensuring a wild world for future generations.

Connect with us: Visit our website, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or take action. For inquiries, email center@biologicaldiversity.org.

As part of the FAO’s 80th Anniversary, this interview features Mario Lubetkin, former FAO Regional Representative for Latin America and the Caribbean. Lubetkin reflects on the region’s food

As part of the FAO’s 80th Anniversary, this interview features Mario Lubetkin, former FAO Regional Representative for Latin America and the Caribbean. Lubetkin reflects on the region’s food security progress and persistent challenges, reviewing key milestones and achievements in reducing hunger. The conversation also explores the importance of cooperation, youth engagement, and the links between food security, environment, migration, and peace.

This interview is part of a series with former Regional Representatives. Subscribe to FAO on YouTube and follow them on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, and Weibo. For more information, visit FAO.org. #SDGs #Agenda2030 #GlobalGoals

Recorded live during Climate Week NYC, this episode features Danielle Holly (Ellen MacArthur Foundation) with guests from HP, SAP, and Google. They discuss how technology can embed a circular

Recorded live during Climate Week NYC, this episode features Danielle Holly (Ellen MacArthur Foundation) with guests from HP, SAP, and Google. They discuss how technology can embed a circular economy as a core business strategy, exploring AI's role, circular design, and collaborative solutions to systemic blockers.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity, is dedicated to accelerating the transition to a circular economy. This mission aims to tackle critical global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution.

For more insights and to support their work, subscribe to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation on YouTube. Find more information at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org, and follow them on Instagram and LinkedIn.