Core Pillars
The Alliance for Science has four key areas which are of critical importance across the Global South
Food and Nutrition Security
Climate Change
Global Health
Biotechnology as a key enabler in all these areas
What we do
To advance these priorities, we focus on:
Advocacy
Promoting science-based policies and decisions.
Communications
Engaging the public and sharing information.
Research
Generating evidence to support our work.
Strategic Priorities
Food and Nutrition Security, Climate Change, and Global Health, with Biotechnology as an enabler.
Key Activities
Advocacy, communications, and research.
Shift to the Global South
Launched Global South Hubs in Kenya, Asia, and LATAM to promote resilience initiatives.
Theory of Change
Focus on investments to promote a healthy biosphere leads to better economic and societal outcomes.
Transformational Leadership Model
Moving towards more catalytic interventions with larger awards and strategic partnerships.
Conscious Full Spectrum Approach
Program design to achieve greater impact.
Communication Focus
Emphasis on debunking conspiracy theories, especially around genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in the Global South.
Social Media Strategy
Increased focus on social media platforms for content dissemination.
Media Relations
Enhancing public profile through press releases, media interviews, and newsletters.
Multimedia Content Creation
Producing audiovisual projects to amplify the reach and message.
Policy and South-South Collaboration
Fostering scientific innovation and collaboration among countries in the Global South.
Engaging the AFS Fellows Community
Creating a network of science advocates.
Relief to Resilience
Advocating for and implementing initiatives that enhance adaptability and promote sustainable development.
Sustainable Development Goals
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
Champion energy access and promote sustainability for all people, everywhere.
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
How we work
The Alliance for Science uses the neural pathways model to co-create multilayered partnerships and equip empowered advocates with skillsets and training in data driven science communications.