COVID-19 is creating a range of new challenges for economic growth and social well being. During the Virtual Event “COVID-19: Emerging problems and potential country-level responses” IFPRI’s experts look at what to expect, and how developing countries can respond in ways that promote food security, nutrition, and greater equity.

The Virtual Event takes place on April 30 online, from 09:00 am to 10:15 am EDT. Please register online, and watch the livestream at the IFPRI event page.

Introduction

• Johan Swinnen, Director General, IFPRI

Rapid Fire Presentations

• COVID-19 and the economic impact on Egypt: Clemens Breisinger, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI
• COVID-19 and nutrition crisis: Derek Headey, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI
• COVID-19 and agricultural value chains in Ethiopia: Bart Minten, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI
• COVID-19 and informal food traders in Africa — government responses and citizen compliance: Danielle Resnick, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI
• COVID-19 and gender-sensitive social protection: Shalini Roy, Research Fellow, IFPRI

Moderator

• Rajul Pandya-Lorch, Director, Communications and Public Affairs & Chief of Staff, Director General’s Office, IFPRI