Governance
The governance terms of PREZODE were adopted by its members on 11 October 2022. The two main bodies of this governance are the General Assembly (GA) and the Steering Committee (SC).
The General Assembly
The GA is responsible for reviewing and adopting the initiative’s strategy and deliverables, which are developed based on proposals from the SC. The Secretariat supports these bodies and coordinates and implements the daily activities of the PREZODE initiative.
The Steering Committee
The SC proposes a strategy with specific, time-bound deliverables to the GA, and oversees the implementation of the initiative. It ensures that the decisions made by the GA and the SC are carried out effectively, and that all PREZODE Committees and Working Groups operate smoothly in accordance with established procedures. It plays a crucial role in shaping PREZODE’s strategic direction, submitting recommendations to the GA, and making important decisions regarding various actions. The SC is organized into three colleges representing Science, the five world Regions (Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania), and civil society. Additionally, these members actively participate in and represent PREZODE at various international, regional, and virtual events and chair the Pillar Working Groups.
The Secretariat
The Secretariat‘s role is to coordinate and implement the initiative’s day-to-day activities, ensure that the decisions of the GA and SC are implemented, and maintain the smooth operations and procedures of all PREZODE Committees and Working Groups. The Executive Committee, formed by the three founding institutes of PREZODE (CIRAD, INRAE, IRD), provides assistance and in-kind support to the Secretariat.
The Secretariat benefits greatly from the support of designated regional and scientific focal points. These focal points play a crucial role in facilitating communication, coordination, and the sharing of knowledge. They act as key liaisons, ensuring that regional perspectives and scientific expertise are effectively incorporated into the Secretariat’s activities.