Passaris hailed for masterful leadership at global climate and food security forum in Marrakech

Nairobi Woman Representative Esther M. Passaris, OGW has received wide acclaim for her outstanding moderation of a high-level international dialogue on climate change and food security at the 4th Marrakech Parliamentary Economic Forum in Morocco.

Passaris, who chaired Session Four on *“Addressing the Impacts of Climate Change on Food Security”*, was praised by delegates for her exceptional command of the discussion, bringing together diverse global perspectives into a coherent, solutions-driven conversation on one of the most pressing challenges of the era.

Observers at the forum described her facilitation as “authoritative yet inclusive,” noting her ability to draw out key insights from experts while maintaining a clear focus on actionable outcomes for resilient food systems, water security, and climate adaptation.

Under her stewardship, the session featured robust contributions from senior policymakers and experts across Europe, Africa, and multilateral institutions, including representatives from the European Parliament, FAO parliamentary networks, OECD, and the Government of Morocco, alongside private sector voices.

Participants highlighted her role in elevating the dialogue beyond rhetoric, steering discussions toward practical cooperation, cross-border collaboration, and innovative financing for sustainable development.

Speakers emphasized that her moderation helped crystallize a shared consensus: that climate change, water scarcity, and food insecurity are deeply interconnected and require urgent, coordinated global action anchored in political will and partnership.

Passaris was further commended for her poise, diplomatic balance, and ability to unify diverse viewpoints into a forward-looking agenda, reinforcing the importance of parliamentary leadership in global climate governance.

The forum concluded with renewed commitments to strengthen international cooperation and accelerate action toward resilient food systems and sustainable livelihoods for vulnerable populations worldwide.