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The World Food Programme (WFP) is actively engaged in reducing hunger and malnutrition, aligning its efforts with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly emphasising SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 17 (Partnerships). Recognising the complexity of global and regional challenges, WFP has adopted a multifaceted approach tailored to individual countries.
Summary
The World Food Programme (WFP) is actively engaged in reducing hunger and malnutrition, aligning its efforts with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly emphasising SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 17 (Partnerships). Recognising the complexity of global and regional challenges, WFP has adopted a multifaceted approach tailored to individual countries. This approach actively involves national stakeholders in decision-making processes, with WFP as a facilitator. This shift towards inclusivity is reflected in the development of Country Strategic Plans (CSPs), uniquely crafted for each country, encompassing a comprehensive humanitarian and development portfolio. These plans outline clearly defined Strategic Outcomes closely aligned with National Development Plans.
WFP has employed qualitative and quantitative systems approaches, such as Systems Thinking and System Dynamics, to underpin its strategic analyses. These methodologies examine national and regional dynamics within the context of stated development objectives, thus formulating thematic and sectoral strategies.
They facilitate the exploration of both national and regional synergies, as delineated in the CSPs. The models in this report cover past and expected changes in the short, medium, and long term, reaching up to 2050. This long time frame helps us understand how CSP interventions might affect society and the economy.
Systems Thinking is an approach that allows us to understand better and forecast the outcomes of decisions across sectors and economic actors over time and space. (Probst & Bassi, 2014). It emphasises that the system comprises several interconnected parts rather than focusing on its individual parts.
The merging of knowledge using Systems Thinking and System Dynamics has notably enhanced the strategic planning process for WFP Country Strategic Plans. Systems Thinking utilises practical tools such as Causal Loop Diagrams, while Systems Dynamics takes it a step further by developing corresponding