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Posted on December 10, 2024
The CIHEAM 2023-2024 Annual Report is now available
The report highlights four strategic pillars that define CIHEAM's actions:
- Education and Training: Supporting the Mediterranean of Tomorrow
- Research and Innovation: Serving scientific diplomacy
- Cooperation and Development: Acting for a shared prosperity
- Political and Institutional Dialogue: Fostering effective partnerships in the region
Shaping the Leaders of Tomorrow
In 2023-2024, CIHEAM’s educational programs welcomed over 400 international students from 41 countries. With a rich offering of Master’s degrees, specialized courses, and advanced training programs, CIHEAM remains committed to equipping younger generations with the skills needed to address the complex challenges of Mediterranean agricultural and food systems.
Driving Sustainable Solutions
Research is a cornerstone of CIHEAM’s activities, with more than 230 ongoing projects. Flagship initiatives such as BELIS, focusing on legumes, or NATAE, promoting agroecology in North Africa, demonstrate CIHEAM’s dedication to generating innovative solutions to combat climate change and address water and environmental pressures.
Strengthening Regional Resilience
Through projects such as SupMed, which enhances water resource management in Egypt and Lebanon; MEDIET, fostering sustainable and resilient food systems in the Mediterranean; and GRASS CEILING, promoting gender equality in rural and agricultural innovation systems, CIHEAM actively works to reduce inequalities and promote inclusive food systems.
A Vision for the Mediterranean
Through its ministerial meetings and strategic partnerships, CIHEAM remains a central platform for dialogue and regional cooperation. Topics addressed in 2023-2024 included food sovereignty, environmental sustainability, and socio-economic inclusion.
The report also features inspiring testimonials from CIHEAM students and alumni, groundbreaking research projects, and strengthened strategic partnerships that amplify the impact of its initiatives.
Discover the full report here: