Abdullah Gül University welcomed Keigo Obara, Food Security Officer at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), as a guest speaker in its GLB 101 course on October 16, 2026.
The session focused on Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2): Zero Hunger, which aims to end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture. Mr. Obara encouraged students to consider the complex and interconnected dimensions of hunger and food security, including nutrition, sustainable food systems, and the challenges of ensuring access to sufficient and nutritious food. He also highlighted the importance of international cooperation and coordinated efforts to advance the Sustainable Development Goals.
Guest lectures by professionals and experts from international organizations provide students with opportunities to connect the concepts discussed in class with professional experience and global perspective. The session with Keigo Obara contributed students by bringing an international perspective on food security and encouraging students to reflect on the actions needed to advance SDG 2: Zero Hunger.
