Codex Foundations and Engagement Training

Duration - 5 Days (Flexible)

Format - In person or Virtual

Language: English, French

Why This Training Matters

Codex standards shape global food safety, trade, and public health. This training empowers national actors to understand, engage, and lead in Codex work—strengthening institutional systems and amplifying Africa’s voice in global governance.

What You’ll Learn

Codex history, mandate, and legal framework
Structure and function of national Codex systems
Codex procedures, texts, and decision-making
Strategic engagement in Codex meetings and consultations
Simulation of Codex participation and action planning

Training Agenda Snapshot

Theme	Focus
Codex Origins	History, mandate, and structure
National Systems	Roles, coordination, and capacity
Codex Procedures	Step process, texts, and tools
Strategic Engagement	Preparation, intervention, influence
Simulation & Reflection	Mock session, feedback, planning

Who Should Attend

Food safety regulators and policymakers
Codex Contact Points and committee members
Technical experts and emerging professionals
Regional coordinators and institutional leaders

Certification

Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion recognizing their readiness to contribute meaningfully to Codex work.