empowering member institutions to act ascornerstones in the implementation of activities, paying great attention to grassroots ownership, empowerment and decision making.
BIOVISION
Biovision Foundation for Ecological Development is a Swiss organization whose Vision is "A world with enough healthy nutrition for all, produced by healthy people in a healthy environment." Its mission is to combat hunger and poverty at their roots, and to support the dissemination and application of ecological methods that sustainably improve living conditions in Africa whilst also conserving the environment. Biovision renders assistance for self-help and promotes ecological thought and action in both North and South. It uses an integrated approach that recognizes human, animal, plant and environmental health as the foundation for sustainable development. The ultimate goal is attainment of sustainable, ecological development. To achieve this, Biovision supports regionally adapted and sustainable solutions generated and promoted through information and training programmes in collaboration with local and international partner R&D organisations. These projects and initiatives contribute to achievement of the UN's Millennium Goals.
EIARD
The European Initiative on Agricultural Research for Development (EIARD) is a permanent policy coordination platform on Agricultural Research for Development (ARD) which aims to promote and implement coherent European policies at international, regional and sub-regional levels in order to increase the impact of ARD on poverty reduction, food security and sustainable management of natural resources in developing countries. It has been active since October 1995 and was recognised in 1997 by a Communication of the Commission to the Council and the European Parliament. EIARD members are the Member States of the European Union, plus Norway, Switzerland and the European Commission.
FAO
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) leads international efforts to defeat hunger. It serves as neutral forum for countries to negotiate agreements and debate policy. It helps developing countries and countries in transition modernize and improve agriculture, forestry and fishery practices and secure good nutrition for all. FAO provides advice to its member countries in modernizing and strengthening
