About Us
Who we are
YARN is a collective of youth-led CSOs, growers and activists from different parts of the world that are leveraging agroecology principles to promote the right to healthy food, protect soil health, and align agrifood systems with the landscape restoration, conservation and climate adaptation agenda of their government and the global goal of sustainable development. YARN started in 2018 as a group of concerned young individuals, but is now a network of 20 active members in different parts of the world. Our coalition is a spread of actors across several food issues – health, inequality and social justice, environmental justice and community resilience.
Our Vision
Our vision is a world with an agrifood systems based on agroecology, food sovereignty, and sustainable land use that bolsters social and environmental justice.
Our Mission
- We are set out to mobilize actions and policy reform that are need-based and home-grown, to the trio challenges of climate change, food insecurity, and rural poverty. Our coalition provides a platform for individuals and youth-led civil society groups to co-create efforts that prioritizes agroecology and regenerative best practices for food systems transformation and community resilience.
Achivements
Let's Get Connect
24+
Community Empowerment Programs
150+
Participating Farmers
100+
Knowledge Sharing
Why Choose Us
For Food Sovereignty
Choose us to be part of a movement that values collaboration, empowerment, and sustainable solutions for a resilient and just food system
Comprehensive Approach
Our organization takes a comprehensive approach to addressing food sovereignty challenges.
Empowerment and Collaboration
At our core, we prioritize empowerment and collaboration. We believe in actively listening to the needs of local farmers and indigenous communities, respecting their knowledge and traditions, and involving them in decision-making processes.
I am inspired by the organization's commitment to promoting sustainable farming practices and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Their initiatives and projects have created a platform for sharing knowledge, innovations, and success stories, driving positive change in the realm of food sovereignty
SofiaFood activist
Thanks to the organization's advocacy efforts, our voices as indigenous community members are being heard. They have raised awareness about the importance of food sovereignty and the conservation of indigenous seeds. Together, we are working towards policy reforms that protect our rights and empower our communities
AdebayoIndigenous Community Member
The organization's support and collaboration have been invaluable in revitalizing our local farming practices and preserving our indigenous seed heritage. Through their guidance and resources, we have regained control over our food system and strengthened our community's resilience
AbdulrahmanLocal farmer