Mission
GAEA is committed to employing multidisciplinary experiences and a global perspective to improve the environmental, social and economic sustainability of agriculture and agrifood supply chains worldwide.
VALUES
Long term sustainability at the core of social justice. Human societies are embedded in larger environmental and economic systems. The needs created by our modern societies must maintain a balanced structure in order to assure a just framework that facilitates our coexistence. However the current agri-food systems have distanced food cultivation from the consumer, basing food production systems on industrial processes that jeopardize the future of family farming and threatens its harmony with ecosystems and public health. GAEA believes in preserving of the link between food production, humans and their surrounding ecology as a means to promote social justice. We believe in finding an optimal balance between the three pillars of sustainability (social, economic and environmental) and we argue that a carefully constructed equilibrium is necessary to achieve long term sustainability, and is essential to achieve a more just world.
Action based on empirical research. All agricultural systems and human cultures are inherently geographic in nature; inextricably rooted in their local ecology and history. For this reason, we forsake one-size-fits-all solutions and the continuous stream of fad approaches to sustainable development in favor of action based on empirical research, tailored to each unique context.
Youth Empowerment. Today’s youth are tomorrow's future and play a fundamental role in improving the current and future environmental, social and economic sustainability of agri-food systems. GAEA fervently believes that it is vital to empower the next generation of farmers, agronomists and other professionals in the fields of sustainable agriculture and natural resource management. At GAEA we aim to inspire awareness and discussion among global citizens about the various challenges, issues, and innovative ideas from farmers, youth, agricultural professionals and rural communities are facing worldwide and to share concrete ways of engaging young people committed to creating more sustainable landscapes.
Action based on empirical research. All agricultural systems and human cultures are inherently geographic in nature; inextricably rooted in their local ecology and history. For this reason, we forsake one-size-fits-all solutions and the continuous stream of fad approaches to sustainable development in favor of action based on empirical research, tailored to each unique context.
Youth Empowerment. Today’s youth are tomorrow's future and play a fundamental role in improving the current and future environmental, social and economic sustainability of agri-food systems. GAEA fervently believes that it is vital to empower the next generation of farmers, agronomists and other professionals in the fields of sustainable agriculture and natural resource management. At GAEA we aim to inspire awareness and discussion among global citizens about the various challenges, issues, and innovative ideas from farmers, youth, agricultural professionals and rural communities are facing worldwide and to share concrete ways of engaging young people committed to creating more sustainable landscapes.
Governance and structure
GAEA is an association legally registered in Spain and up to now functions solely on volunteer efforts. GAEA was co-founded in early 2014 by seven young professionals with various backgrounds and nationalities that share an interest and passion for improving the sustainability of agriculture and agri-food systems. GAEA governance is horizontal and decisions are made through discussion and are based on consensus. We welcome new collaborators and are always seeking to build partnerships. Collaboration can take many forms and we welcome contributions. If you are interested in exploring opportunities to get involved, contact us.
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