Goals: Establish presence, build team, set agenda.
Form Council Core Team (Chair, Coordinators for Programs, Policy, Media, Partnerships).
Develop a one-page manifesto outlining AFC’s vision, mission, and objectives.
Launch branding & communication tools (logo, social media pages, WhatsApp/Telegram groups).
Initiate stakeholder mapping (farmers’ groups, processors, food regulators, NGOs, universities, donors).
Prepare concept notes for flagship programs: Food Security Forum, Certification Drive, Awareness Campaigns.
Goals: Start activities, build partnerships, raise awareness.
Policy & Advocacy Unit: Issue first policy brief (e.g., “Strengthening Food Safety Standards in Pakistan”).
Hold introductory roundtable with food sector stakeholders (farmers, SMEs, regulators, donors).
Launch consumer awareness drive on social media (topics: food safety, nutrition, reducing waste).
Sign MoUs/partnership letters with at least 2 universities or NGOs for collaboration.
Begin planning National Food Security Forum (identify partners, speakers, tentative date).
Goals: Demonstrate impact, strengthen credibility.
Conduct pilot Food Quality Certification Workshop for SMEs/processors in one city (Karachi, Lahore, or Islamabad).
Run community outreach program in schools/colleges on healthy diets and food sustainability.
Host innovation hackathon in partnership with a university to showcase agri-tech and food system solutions.
Publish AFC newsletter or report summarizing first 3 months’ achievements and next steps.
Secure commitment letters from donors, corporates, or government bodies to support upcoming flagship programs.