Business trip report, Italy, Strouhová

Internship in the office of the Permanent Representative of Czech Republic to FAO and WFP

During February to April i spend three months as intern in the office of the Permanent Representative to FAO and WFP in Rome. I assisted the Permanent Representative in his responsibilities concerning FAO and WFP by attending and reporting on expert or governance meetings of both organizations, such as the WFP Executive Board, the Committee on Constitutional and Legal Matters (CCLM), the European Humanitarian Forum, and the Committee on Phytosanitary Measures. Additionally, I actively participated in preparing for the Permanent Representative's attendance at the FAO European Regional Conference and Ministerial meeting of The International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV). I was deeply involved in the day-to-day operations of the Permanent Representative's office, attended various workshops and seminars related to international cooperation and humanitarian aid, particularly in the context of food security, and was responsible for drafting reports and monitoring communication among relevant UN bodies. Thanks to the numerous meetings I attended during my internship, I gained insight into the operations of the major United Nations agencies headquartered in Rome.

Actively participating in the daily tasks of the Permanent Representative allowed me to enhance my communication and organizational skills considerably. Additionally, I had the chance to refine my language proficiency and broaden my professional knowledge through participation in various professional workshops and events. This opportunity was supported by Erasmus+ programme and by Faculty of Fisheries and Protection of Waters USB.