April 8, 2024

WFP Innovation Accelerator - Year in Review 2023

UN Entity:

WFP

SDGs:

SDG 02: Zero Hunger
SDG 01: No Poverty
SDG 03: Good Health & Well-Being
SDG 05: Gender Equality
SDG 06: Clean Water & Sanitation
SDG 07: Affordable & Clean Energy
SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
All
Humanitarian Action

Innovation Area:

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Automation & Robotics
Blockchain
Communications & Knowledge Sharing
Culture of Innovation
Innovation Scaling
Digital Transformation
Frontier Technologies
Drones & Satellite Imagery
Innovation in General (incl. HCD)
Internet of Things
Mobile Phone-based Innovations
Data Innovation
Innovative Finance
In 2023, the World Food Programme (WFP) prioritized innovation and technology to combat global hunger amidst challenges in donor resources and humanitarian crises. The WFP Innovation Accelerator, with support from partners, focused on deploying innovative solutions globally, emphasizing local innovation, and enhancing its technology-driven humanitarian efforts. Through partnerships with various sectors, substantial funding, and expanding its reach, the Accelerator made significant strides, reaching 60.7 million people and supporting numerous SDG initiatives. Looking forward, WFP remains dedicated to fostering innovation, increasing resources, and scaling up partnerships to address the needs of vulnerable populations worldwide.
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