Abt Global is a proud collaborating partner of the 2022 Market Systems Symposium. The conference brings together leading experts, practitioners, and donors to explore innovations in market systems development through dialogue, capacity building, hands-on tool workshops, and networking. From catalyzing inclusive economic growth to evaluating agriculture programs to helping countries build climate-resilient communities, Abt has been at the forefront of transforming and strengthening market systems, and we’re pleased to support this year’s event. Visit our virtual booth to learn more.
Our staff look forward to participating in the following sessions:
Monday, May 9, 9:00–10:30 a.m. EDT
Turning the Tide: Necessity of Integrating Climate into Market Systems Development
Abt Speaker: Paul Faeth
Thursday, May 12, 1:00–2:45 a.m. EDT
Deep Dive Café: Social Inclusion – Catalyzing Access to Capital and Blended Finance for Women-led SMEs
Abt Speaker: Prachi Maheshwari
Thursday, May 12, 9:00–10:30 a.m. EDT
Turning the Tide: Migration and Urban Market Systems
Abt Speaker: Nicole Goldin
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Additional Resources
Feed the Future Egypt Rural Agribusiness Strengthening Project
Growing demand for fresh and processed fruits and vegetables has enabled Egypt to solidify its presence in quality-conscious markets in Europe, the Gulf and sub-Saharan Africa. However, smallholder farmers in Upper Egypt—which benefits from fertile soil,…
Young Entrepreneurs in the Food Processing Industry
USAID’s Abt-led Harvest II program helps young entrepreneurs develop their products and capacity, creating linkages with new business partners and markets.
Investing in Women
While gender gaps are shrinking for some labour market outcomes, substantial challenges remain globally and in Southeast Asia. Detailed examination of data indicates that women are much less likely to work full-time than men and are less likely to…
Empowering Women and Catalyzing Markets to Improve Nutrition
What influences a women’s ability to provide a balanced diet for herself and her household? In Bangladesh, the complex food system involves agriculture and non-agriculture market actors who affect food availability, access, utilization, and stability…
Abt’s Buyer-led, Market Systems Approach to Cambodian Horticulture
Millions of Cambodians have risen from poverty, yet many still live in vulnerable conditions. The government of Cambodia recognized that accelerating the growth of the horticulture sector would bring new opportunities, enabling farmers to benefit from…
The Feed the Future Egypt Rural Agribusiness Strengthening Project Intern Program: A Launchpad for Success
The Feed the Future Egypt Rural Agribusiness Strengthening Project is developing future leaders in the horticultural sector through internship programs for recent graduates.
Reorienting Resilience for Growth in the Next Normal
Abt’s Nicole Goldin dives into the economic “new normal” following the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic in a new piece for Diplomatic Courier.