This case study explores the nexus of youth, technology, and agriculture, highlighting insights from a meta-analysis of efforts around the world — and particularly in U.S. Government Global Food Security Strategy (GFSS) countries — to engage youth in agriculture through ICTs. It begins with an analysis of the challenges hindering youth involvement in agriculture. These include:
The case study continues with an analysis of potential opportunities to improve engagement with youth in agriculture, including:
Several examples are included to illustrate how organizations and projects within GFSS countries across Latin America, Africa, and Asia use ICTs to engage youth in rural communities and inspire them to consider agriculture and related careers. Examples discussed in depth include Agrijoven and Rana Labs (Guatemala), CocoaLink (Ghana), and ICT for Agri (Nepal).
The case study concludes with recommendations for USAID staff, implementing partners, and other organizations that wish to better engage youth in their agricultural programming through ICTs.
Last updated: April 25, 2019
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