Although the Conference Advisory Committee will take the lead in mainstreaming the results of the conference in their networks and forums, IFPRI itself will also take steps to respond to the repeated calls for action to improve food and nutrition security in Africa. In addition to publishing a comprehensive proceedings volume and various background papers and policy briefs prepared for the conference, IFPRI will

• communicate the conference results to key stakeholders, including in the international and donor communities;
• provide background support to the Conference Advisory Committee, which has decided to remain active for at least the rest of the year;
• revisit its strategy for research, policy communications, and capacity building in Africa based on conference deliberations; and
• use its increasing presence on the ground in Africa to support these activities.