The LSFF Partners Convening set out to gather partners with both technical and strategic insights for the purpose of strengthening delivery coordination to maximise impact. The Convening aimed to,

i) strengthen the LSFF ecosystem through generating awareness across partners around scopes of work as well as results, challenges, opportunities, and upcoming trends and to ensure that the LSFF delivery ecosystem is synched as much as possible, and

ii) to encourage and define greater collaboration towards common goals.

The Convening Journey began with a 6-month preparation phase that mobilized the LSFF community, fostering shared understanding, co-ownership, and a collaborative culture. Early engagement included a Save the Date email to gather preferences and proposals, resulting in 27 Working Sessions. These sessions were co-designed with participants and supported by BMGF and Convene teams.

A comprehensive LSFF Portfolio Book and posters were created, showcasing 68 partner organizations' contributions, and were featured in the LSFF Share Fair. Key resources were shared on a Digital Platform for pre-event engagement. The three-day event featured plenary and breakout spaces, promoting peer exchange and collaboration. Documentation and evaluation processes captured insights, aiding reflection and continuous improvement.

Day 1: Focused on establishing a common understanding and fostering cooperation among participants.

Day 2: Provided multiple learning and exchange opportunities, including speed dating, plenary conversations, and four rounds of Working Sessions.

Day 3: Identified and developed Eight Actionable Pathways, culminating in a Manifesto reflecting the event's outcomes and future directions.

This structure enabled the community to transition from conceptual discussions to actionable plans, enhancing coordination and setting the stage for future collaboration.

Areas of impact: Public-Private Partnership, Large Scale Food Transformation.

Outcome papers: LSFF Manifesto for Accelerated Action