This episode of The Work We Do features Lauren Phillips from the FAO, who discusses the critical role of women and youth in transforming agrifood systems. The conversation explores women's

This episode of The Work We Do features Lauren Phillips from the FAO, who discusses the critical role of women and youth in transforming agrifood systems. The conversation explores women's contributions, persistent gaps in land, finance, and opportunities, and why progress remains uneven despite decades of policy reform. It also addresses youth participation, the global challenge of youth unemployment—disproportionately affecting young women—and the International Year of the Woman Farmer.

The episode further examines the financing gap in agrifood systems, making an economic case for investing in women and youth. Such investments are crucial for driving inclusive growth, resilience, and food security. Key FAO reports are referenced throughout the discussion.

Key reports discussed in this episode:

• The Status of Women in Agrifood Systems (2023)
• The Status of Youth in Agrifood Systems (2025)
• The Unjust Climate (2024)
• Financing Food for a Better Future (2025)

Plants are essential for life, yet their critical importance is often overlooked. Globally, nearly 16,000 plant species face extinction, with only 11% assessed. In the U.S. alone, over 900 plants

Plants are essential for life, yet their critical importance is often overlooked. Globally, nearly 16,000 plant species face extinction, with only 11% assessed. In the U.S. alone, over 900 plants are endangered, and 70 more await protection.

The Center actively works to protect imperiled plants across the country, from deserts to rainforests and swamps. Join our upcoming webinar to learn about our vital efforts to save endangered plants and discover how you can contribute.

The presentation will feature Hawaii Director Maxx Phillips and Senior Scientist Ileene Anderson. For more on Hawaii's plant extinction crisis, watch this Great Big Story video: https://youtu.be/XFAQeyUfiAc

Shawn Hayes, an American falconry ambassador, dedicates his life to raptors. This film chronicles his journey, exploring deep partnerships with wild creatures and places, and his pioneering role

Shawn Hayes, an American falconry ambassador, dedicates his life to raptors. This film chronicles his journey, exploring deep partnerships with wild creatures and places, and his pioneering role in falconry for people of color. His work takes him globally, bridging tradition and conservation.

From Patagonia, this film underscores their mission: to use their business, investments, and voice to address the threat of extinction facing all life on Earth. Host a screening: pat.ag/GameHawkerScreening. Subscribe: pat.ag/Subscribe. Find more at Patagonia's Official Site and Stories.