Office of Global Food Security
Our Mission
The Department of State prioritizes food security as an issue of national security. The Department leads and coordinates U.S. diplomatic engagement on food systems, food security, and nutrition in bilateral, multilateral, and regional fora, working closely with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and other departments and agencies.
The Latest
AIM For Climate Summit: Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils in Africa
The U.S. Department of State, Office of the Special Envoy for Global Food Security, is organizing a breakout session during the AIM for Climate Summit that will discuss the role of developing climate-resilient seeds and improving soil health and fertility in determining the future success and sustainability of food systems. The presentation brings together leaders […]
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May 13, 2023
Special Envoy Fowler Travels to Rome and Prague
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April 23, 2023
Special Envoy Fowler Travels to Davis, California
Priorities
Feed the Future
The Special Envoy for Global Food Security serves as the Feed the Future Deputy Coordinator for Diplomacy. The Office of Global Food Security leads diplomatic engagement and coordinates U.S. policy on food systems, food security, and nutrition in bilateral, multilateral, and regional fora.
Learn more about Feed the Future Feed the Future2022 Global Food Security Summit
The United States, the European Union, the African Union, and Spain co-chaired the Global Food Security Summit on September 20 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
Learn more about the 2022 Global Food Security Summit 2022 Global Food Security Summit