Immersive experience on the right to foods during World Food Week

As part of World Food Week, visitors were invited to take part in an immersive experience that highlighted the importance of the right to foods and its role in achieving a sustainable future. Connected to the 80-1 Anniversary Countdown, this multisensory exhibit combined art and technology in a groundbreaking approach for FAO events. Through real-time interactions, participants explored FAO’s journey, from its rich history to its future vision, while reflecting on the critical need for shared responsibility and collective action to ensure food security for all. This innovative experience encouraged visitors to engage deeply with the challenges and solutions surrounding the right to food, inspiring a commitment to creating a sustainable, hunger-free world.

Upcycle a T-shirt – sustainable fashion workshop with Food Hero Matteo Ward

On 16 October 2024, FAO headquarters hosted two “Upcycle a T-shirt” workshops, led by activist and Food Hero Matteo Ward, to raise awareness about sustainable fashion among young people. The workshop taught participants that small imperfections in clothing don’t mean they should be discarded. They learned how to recycle and reinvent old clothes, promoting everyday sustainability. Inspired by the book "Story of a t-shirt", the workshop allowed children to transform old shirts into personalized bags using colourful stencils. This activity introduced them to the world of clothing, highlighting the connection between textiles and natural resources, while encouraging reflection on the impact of their choices and contributing to environmental protection.