Global Leadership & Governance
Leadership driving IYWF 2026 impact globally
Chief Convenor
Chief Convenor – IYWF 2026
Providing overall coordination and visionary leadership for the International Year of Women Farmer 2026 initiative, ensuring alignment with global objectives and sustainable impact.
Role: Overall coordination, leadership, and strategic direction
National Convenor
National Convenor – India
Leading country-level execution and implementation of IYWF 2026 initiatives in India through 5 Million Women Foundation, ensuring direct impact on women farmers.
Role: Country-level execution and coordination
Global Leaders
Country and regional representatives driving IYWF 2026 advocacy, partnerships, and programs
Global Leader
India
Representing and coordinating IYWF 2026 initiatives in India
Global Leader
Africa
Representing and coordinating IYWF 2026 initiatives in Africa
Global Leader
Southeast Asia
Representing and coordinating IYWF 2026 initiatives in Southeast Asia
Global Leader
South Asia
Representing and coordinating IYWF 2026 initiatives in South Asia
Global Leader
Latin America
Representing and coordinating IYWF 2026 initiatives in Latin America
Global Leader
Europe
Representing and coordinating IYWF 2026 initiatives in Europe
Governance Structure
Chief Convenor
Provides overall coordination and visionary leadership for IYWF 2026, ensuring alignment with global objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- •Strategic direction and vision
- •Global advocacy and representation
- •Partnership development
- •Impact monitoring and evaluation
National Convenor (India)
Leads country-level execution and implementation of IYWF 2026 initiatives through 5 Million Women Foundation.
Key Responsibilities:
- •Program implementation coordination
- •Stakeholder engagement at national level
- •Resource mobilization and management
- •Local impact documentation
Global Convenor
Facilitates international coordination and partnerships, bridging global platforms with ground-level action.
Key Responsibilities:
- •International partnership development
- •Global platforms and forums
- •Knowledge sharing and coordination
- •Cross-country collaboration
Global Leaders
Country/region representatives driving IYWF 2026 advocacy, partnerships, and community-level programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- •Regional advocacy and representation
- •Local partnership facilitation
- •Program coordination in region
- •Reporting and documentation
Leadership Principles
Women-Centered Leadership
Placing women farmers at the center of decision-making and leadership across all levels
Collaborative Approach
Building inclusive networks connecting diverse stakeholders for shared impact
Sustainability Focus
Ensuring long-term environmental, social, and economic sustainability