Backing Interventions With Data
WEFNEX Hub
The Yunus- Rizq Water-Energy-Food Nexus Hub (WEFnex) reimagines Pakistan’s sustenance systems. By transforming data into policy, and policy into social business, we are solutions that are climate-smart, scalable, and designed to serve future generations.
Introduction to the Brand
What is WEFNEX?
Problem Statement
What is the Challenge?
Water-Energy-Food(WEF) nexus is a critical area of concern globally, yet remains largely under-researched in Pakistan and this part of the world. Millions are suffering from food and water related illnesses, and the number continues to rise. The issues encompassing WEF nexus have evolved more than an environmental concern into a global humanitarian crisis.
2+ billion
People worldwide lack access to safe drinking water [UN water].
690 million
People suffering from chronic hunger [FAO].
250,000+
Per-year deaths predicted due to climate challenges (WHO).
Vision and Mission
What We Aim to Do
Our Vision
To establish a sustainable, inclusive, and data-driven food ecosystem that ensures food security, empowers farmers, and minimizes waste. WEFNEX envisions a world where innovation and collaboration nourish both people and the planet.
Mission
To create a unified and sustainable food ecosystem that eliminates waste, empowers producers, and ensures equitable access to food for all. WEFNEX connects farmers, industries, and communities through data, innovation, and partnerships.
Initiation Story
The Start of WEFNEX
Born out of Rizq’s commitment to end hunger through systemic change, WEFNEX (the Waste and Food Equity Network Exchange) emerged as a platform to connect all stakeholders of the food value chain — from farmers and distributors to social enterprises and communities. It began as a collaborative response to rising food waste and farmer distress, evolving into a national initiative that leverages technology, partnerships, and advocacy to create long-term impact.
Core Offerings
What Makes Us Unique?
Data & Technology Integration
Sustainability Frameworks
Community Empowerment
SDG Alignment
How We Ensure Sustainability
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No
poverty
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decent work and
Economic growth
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Climate
Change
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peace, justice
and strong
Institutions
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Featured Blogs & Stories
Yunus-Rizq WEFNex Policy Dialogue Event, Thailand
Rizq, a pioneering social enterprise addressing hunger, and the Yunus Centre, a leader in social business solutions, share a commitment to eradicating hunger and poverty through sustainable systems and innovative approaches.
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One-Day Webinar on the Water-Energy-Food Nexus
On May 25, 2024, the Yunus-Rizq WEFnex Hub hosted an enlightening one-day webinar on the water-energy-food nexus. This event delved into the interconnected challenges and opportunities facing water, energy, and food systems amidst the climate crisis.
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Testimonials
Hear From the People
As a master's student in Climate Change and Sustainable Development at the Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand, being a Student Associate for the Rizq Knowledge Hub (RKH) has been a transformative experience. Engaging with a dedicated team of change-makers, I've delved deep into Climate Smart Agriculture, a crucial aspect in combating climate change and achieving global food security.
Mamadee M. Kamara
Liberia-Africa
As a Program Support Associate at the RIZQ Knowledge Hub (RKH), I am part of a diverse international team, gaining practical insights into climate-smart agriculture. This aligns seamlessly with my interest in precision agriculture. RKH is a pivotal initiative for those aspiring to contribute to Pakistan's sustainability in agriculture and social development.
Muhammad Ahmed(Sadiqabad-Pakistan)
Student Associate
The Rizq Knowledge Hub provides a valuable opportunity to align my master's research on biomass briquette generation with the Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus. Focused on sustainable energy from agricultural residue, I'm developing policy papers on Climate Smart Agriculture in Asia and Africa, deepening my understanding of WEF interconnections. This experience reveals the crucial role of these linked areas in tackling social and environmental challenges.
Noor Bibi Gouhari(Kabul-Afghanistan)
Student Associate
Program Partners
Partnering For A Sustainable Future
Some of our key partners who have been instrumental in bringing our vision to life.
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