WorldFish An Introduction

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1. WorldFish AN INTRODUCTION

2. Our Value Proposition Source: FAO (2019), Costello et.al (2019), WorldFish (2020) Why Invest in Aquatic Foods Aquatic food systems have a large and distinct sphere of impact Provides food, nutrition, and livelihoods Is an engine for economic growth 3.3 billion People receiving their micronutrients from aquatic foods globally 600 million People dependent on fisheries and aquaculture for their livelihoods 90 percent The percentage of small-scale fishers living in low- and middle-income countries 1 in every 2 Workers being a woman in fisheries and aquaculture sector USD 424 billion The value of aquatic food production in 2020 44 percent The portion of global catch in economic value coming from small-scale fisheries 200 percent The increase in production trade value since international standards for fisheries set in 1995 22 percent An estimated increase in aquaculture production by 2030 from 2020 levels Lowers carbon footprint For producing healthful nutrient-dense foods compared to land-produced crops and livestock 36 percent lower environmental impact from WorldFish’s selectively-bred Abbassa Nile Tilapia Lower environmental stressors from small fish and bivalve aquaculture than chicken, the most efficient major terrestrial animal-source food

3. Aquatic foods must occupy a central place in the global agricultural research agenda , which has traditionally focused on land-based crops and livestock. This task is critical to ensure a full representation of the food system, address the complex links among food, land and water systems, and unlock an ocean of opportunities in an emerging blue economy that must prioritize social inclusion and equity. FOREWORD

4. Big Splashes in 2022 Contributions and Achievements in Countries and Globally Global public goods for sustainable aquatic food systems produced 46 innovations in aquatic food systems 400 publications published 196,936 actors upskilled including small-scale fishers, farmers, extension, suppliers, students, and community workers Capacity of value chain actors strengthened 34 percent trainees who were women who applied their skills and knowledge to improve their household and community’s food and nutrition security, and incomes Improved nutrition and food security 590,234 people receiving adequate nutrition with aquatic foods integrated in their diets ~50 percent beneficiaries consuming adequate aquatic foods in their daily diets who are women and children 313,584 small-scale farmers and fisher households that improved their incomes through sustainably increased production of aquatic foods Improved livelihoods and resilience 462,245 households that have adopted improved fish breeds and/or fisheries management practices, increasing their resilience to climate change Greenhouse gas emissions reduced in food systems 356,157 metric tons of fish, seaweed, and other aquatic foods produced in project countries with improved technologies and practices, enabling lower greenhouse gas emissions and greater water and nutrient use efficiency >326,797 hectares restored ecosystems through the wider adoption of more productive and equitable management of natural resources Environmental health and biodiversity improved

5. Part I Responding to change

6. Our blue planet IS CHANGING Through science, we will help to illuminate sound paths toward a sustainable food systems transformation with aquatic foods and to meet the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in all three of its dimensions— social, economic and environmental .

7. Our Vision An inclusive world of healthy, well-nourished people and a sustainable blue planet, now and in the future. Our Mission To end hunger and advance sustainable development by 2030 through science and innovation to transform food, land and water systems with aquatic foods for healthier people and planet.

8. Our strategy AT A GLANCE

9. What are AQUATIC FOODS? Aquatic foods are aquatic animals and plants grown in or harvested in the wild from water for food or feed, and their synthetic substitutes. Finfish Shellfish Aquatic plants Other aquatic foods Aquatic feeds Synthetic substitutes

10. What is an aquatic FOOD SYSTEM?

11. Global trends AFFECTING FOOD SYSTEMS   The evolving global context demands a systems transformation approach for food, land and water systems.

12. Tackling global challenges WITH AQUATIC FOODS Aquatic foods, alongside land crops and livestock, are a significant part of the equation for healthy and sustainable diets within our planetary boundaries.

13. Focus geographies AND COMMUNITIES $ 24 billion Direct contribution of aquatic food systems to the African economy, as well as to food security and nutrition. 90% Percentage of the global production of farmed aquatic foods that comes from Asia . 50% Percentage of all households in the Pacific that depend on coastal fisheries for their primary or secondary income. 3000 Number of fish species in the Amazon basin alone, representing one in every 10 freshwater fish caught worldwide.

14. Who benefits FROM OUR WORK Small-scale fishers,  farmers, producers, processors, traders and consumers Public sector Young scientists, innovators and entrepreneurs Private sector Scientific community in low- and middle-income countries Local community and development actors One CGIAR  Investors, philanthropic actors and development agencies  Media and the general public 

15. PART II A transformative agenda for research on aquatic food systems

16. The untapped potential of AQUATIC FOODS Aquatic food systems are an extremely important but historically undervalued component of the global food system and their role in improving nutrition and sustaining healthy diets (Thilsted 2016). Environment Livelihoods Nutrition

17. Research priorities FOR ACTION IMPACT: CLIMATE RESILIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY 1.1 Enable sustainable production of diverse aquatic foods 1.2 Cut down on loss and waste 1.3 Enhance climate resilience and reduce greenhouse gas emissions 2. IMPACT: SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC INCLUSION 2.1 Leave no one behind with an inclusive and people- centered blue economy 2.2 Improve the availability, accessibility and affordability of aquatic foods for all 2.3 Support sustainable livelihoods, decent work and well-being 3. IMPACT: NUTRITION AND PUBLIC HEALTH 3.1 Inform consumer demand for healthy and nutritious aquatic foods 3.2 Ensure aquatic foods are safe and healthy for human consumption 3.3 Prioritize nutrition and health for vulnerable and marginalized people

18. Increasing THE SPEED OF INNOVATION We recognize that transformative change requires our work to be situated within an innovation ecosystem of partners, stakeholders, networks, assets and institutions to turn research into demand-driven products, services and solutions at scale .

19. From research TO OUTCOMES AND IMPACT Our 10-year institutional strategy for research on aquatic food systems to 2030 provides a guiding framework for exploring and identifying sustainable food systems transformation approaches and scenarios at the intersection of research, technology, policies, markets and social innovations across different disciplines and sectors.

20. Results-based management for LEARNING, ACCOUNTABILITY AND IMPACT Strategic management Operational management Accountability and learning management Change management Responsibility management

21. PART III A change agenda for organizational transformation

22. Our values We recognize that our scientific work and impact in the world is enhanced when we bring together a diversity of backgrounds, skills, disciplines, talents and partnerships that inform the way we work and shape our organizational culture and workplace, as well as our aspiration to be a global thought leader. L earning   E xcellence A ccountability D iversity L E A D

23. Organizing FOR IMPACT In order to transform ourselves into a world-class research and innovation organization fit for the fast-paced change of the 21st century, we have identified five critical organization enablers which entail a set of commitments under each. .

24. Scientific  RESEARCH EXCELLENCE Our philosophy and practices on scientific research will be guided by three key commitments. Research excellence Research growth Research impact and influence

25. Partnerships FOR SUSTAINED INNOVATION    Over the next 10 years, we aspire to build and nurture a global movement of partners and stakeholders across the public and private sectors. Mission and impact-oriented partnerships Innovation ecosystem of partners Business development and entrepreneurship

26. People AND CULTURE As part of One CGIAR, we are committed to fair, safe and inclusive workplaces . Our diversity powers our innovation. Attract and retain high-performing talent A high-performance culture with foundations on learning, growth and innovation Gender, diversity and inclusion

27. Communications FOR IMPACT We will use evidence-based communications to make aquatic foods part of the conversation to address critical sustainable development challenges. Advocacy and strategic outreach Internal communications Digital transformation

28. Resources for FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY We recognize that effective mobilization and control over our resources underpins all our aspirations of success. Long-term financial sustainability Efficient and agile financial and business operations State-of-the art physical and digital infrastructure Minimize our carbon footprint and environmental impact

29. Building on SOLID FOUNDATIONS Our vision for this comprehensive 10-year institutional strategy for research on aquatic foods systems builds on our past achievements and accomplishments. 2020 WorldFish amends its constitution to adopt the concept of ‘aquatic food systems’ as new strategic direction for transdisciplinary research partnerships. 1994 Key Innovation First genetically improved farmed tilapia (GIFT) released.  2002 WorldFish : New brand name adopted.  2005 World Food Prize  Dr.  Modadugu  Vijay Gupta, is awarded for work on low-cost aquaculture through GIFT. 2011 Leads CGIAR Research Program on Aquatic Agricultural Systems (AAS). 2011 Key innovation Nutrition-sensitive aquaculture plays lead role in food systems management in Bangladesh 2012 Key innovation Rice-field fisheries management integrating sustainable management of water, rice and aquatic foods is developed by WorldFish and adopted in Cambodia. 2013 Key innovation Nutritional fish-based products adopted by women and children in the first 1000 days of life in low-income households in Asia. 2018 Leads the CGIAR Research Program on Fish Agri-Food Systems (FISH) 2020 Policy engagement Joins expert group to lead one of the five action tracks to shape 2021 UN Food Systems Summit. 1975 Established as ICLARM

30. PART IV Organization

31. Our Global Footprint WorldFish is implementing projects in 27 countries across Asia, Africa, and the Pacific region.

32. Our Expertise A diverse staff of multi-disciplinary scientists and talented professionals . 399 Total staff 41% Women on staff 59% Staff who are working directly in research As of 31 December 2023 ​

33. Sustainable Aquatic Food Systems A sustainable aquatic food system produces safe , nutritious , accessible , affordable , and culturally preferred food . It produces and distributes it through fair working practices that support livelihoods and communities. It is adapted to a changing climate and changing societal needs. It helps preserve and restore nature and biodiversity. Production Systems Governance and Policy Inclusive Market Systems Data Systems and Digital Innovations

34. Aquatic Food Biosciences Driving sustainable aquaculture through genetics , nutrition and health innovations, context-adapted farming practices for resilient fish strains, sustainable feeds , improved disease management , and advanced hatchery technologies Genetics Nutrition Health Farming Practices

35. Board of Trustees

36. Senior Management Team

37. Country Representatives

38. Management Team

39. Our INVESTORS

40. Our AWARDS

41. Lima Peru CIAT Cali Colombia Mexico City Mexico Washington DC USA Rome Italy Beirut Lebanon Bouaké Côte d’Ivoire Ibadan Nigeria Colombo Sri Lanka Penang Malaysia Los Baños Phillippines Nairobi Kenya CGIAR CGIAR is a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources. Bogor Indonesia Nairobi Kenya Patancheruvu India

42. CGIAR 2030 Research and Innovation Strategy Transforming food, land, and water systems in a climate crisis

43. CGIAR REGIONS CGIAR works in six regions.

44. CGIAR GLOBAL LEADERSHIP A unified One CGIAR incorporates greater institutional integration, including more aligned management, common whole of CGIAR policies and services, and a unified country and regional presence. The Global Leadership Team includes the Executive Managing Director, the Deputy Executive Managing Director, the Chief Scientist and the Directors General of the respective Centers .

45. General overview STAFF BENEFITS Salary In local currency ( national staff ). Paid every last working day of the month. Leave per annum (in total 40 days) 40 days of paid leave, which is a combination of: Vacation Leave Public Holiday (refer each country gazette public holiday) Special Holidays Allowed to carry forward maximum 5 days into new calendar year. Others (medical leave, maternity/paternity leave, adoption leave and compassionate leave). Health and Insurance benefits Insurance – refer to handout. Annual medical checkup up to a value of USD250 (staff aged 40 years and above). Others 5 day working week (core hours 8.30am – 5.30pm, Monday to Friday). Flexible working hours – Direct arrangement with supervisor. Office dress code: Smart, ‘no shorts, slippers or flip flops allowed’. Replacement leave for duty travel – claim after travel. Direct arrangement with supervisor. Business cards – Refer to Fishnet.

46. General overview OTHERS Original offer letter – Sign and return to HR  Medical check up reimbursement – pass receipt to HR Employee Badge – HR will inform once badge is ready About WorldFish   WorldFish website (first month)   Fishnet intranet (first month)  Occupational Health and Safety (first week)  Personnel Policy Manual (PPM) and Country Supplement (first week)   Learning Portal (first month)  WorldFish Monthly, external newsletter ( subscribe here )   WorldFish Waves, staff newsletter (sent monthly to your inbox)  Internal staff newsletter  External staff newsletter Things to know  Procedures for reporting absences  Performance planning and evaluation. Set goals within first month  A formal review of recommendation for confirmation must be done one month before the end of probation period