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With research staff from more than 70 countries, and offices across the globe, IFPRI provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition in developing countries.

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Kinya Kaibung’a

Kinya Kaibung’a is a Research Officer with the Development Strategies and Governance Unit, based in Nairobi, Kenya. She has a keen interest in leveraging machine learning, AI, and other cutting-edge technologies to boost climate resilience and food security in smart agriculture systems.

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Since 1975, IFPRI’s research has been informing policies and development programs to improve food security, nutrition, and livelihoods around the world.

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United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and Climate Week 2026

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September 20 to 27, 2026

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  • 3:00 – 11:00 pm (Europe/Amsterdam)
  • 6:30 – 2:30 am (Asia/Kolkata)
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The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and Climate Week bring together global leaders, policymakers, researchers, and partners in New York City to address some of the world’s most pressing development and climate challenges. Throughout the week, discussions and events will focus on accelerating action toward sustainable development, strengthening climate resilience, and advancing solutions for a more sustainable and equitable future.

United Nations General Assembly

From Relief to Resilience: Reimagining U.S. Global Food Security Investments to Bridge Humanitarian Response to Economic Opportunity | September 24, 2026 | Church Center, 8th Floor Conference Room, 777 UN Plaza, New York, NY | 10:00 to 11:30 am EDT

  • Ruth Hill, Director, Markets, Trade, and Institutions, IFPRI

Climate Week NYC

The Calm Before the Shock: El Niño, Food Security, and the Case for Early Action | September 16, 2026 | 6:00 to 7:00 pm EDT

  • Ruth Hill, Director, Markets, Trade, and Institutions, IFPRI

Climate Week NYC: Acting at the Speed of Crisis | September 24, 2026 | WNYC NPR Studios, 44 Charlton Street, New York, NY 10014 | 1:30 to 4:30 pm EDT

  • Ruth Hill, Director, Markets, Trade, and Institutions, IFPRI

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