Food security and sustainable livelihoods are at the heart of human dignity and national development. At ZCCN, we understand that ending hunger and poverty requires bold action that addresses not only production, but also access, equity, resilience, and ecological balance.
The Food Security and Livelihood thematic area brings together a diverse group of members working across Zambia to promote agroecology, nutrition, rural entrepreneurship, and resilient food systems. These organizations focus on empowering smallholder farmers, improving value chains, supporting gender responsive agriculture, and advocating for inclusive agricultural and food policies.
Members under this thematic area include:
① CARE (Chair)
② CARITAS (Co Chair)
③ FIAN International Zambia
④ Green Living Movement (GLM)
⑤ PELUM Association Zambia
⑥ Michenja Sustainable Development Organisation
⑦ SNV
⑧ Keepers Zambia Foundation (KZF)
⑨ COSMOS Education Zambia
⑩ Yam Orange Zambia
⑪ Zambia Alliance of Women (ZAW)
⑫ Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
⑬ Centre for Environmental Justice (CEJ)
⑭ Women’s Life Wellness Foundation (WLWF)
⑮ ZEHEST
⑯ Zambia Alliance for Agroecology and Biodiversity (ZAAB)
⑰ Women Enviros in Zambia
⑱ Young Emerging Farmers Initiative (YEFI)
⑲ World Vision Zambia
ZCCN’s Food Security and Livelihood work is rooted in the belief that a thriving food system must be fair, diverse, ecologically sustainable, and accessible to all. By working with communities, civil society, and policymakers, we are contributing to a food secure and just Zambia.
