This project aims to promote the use of spirulina and mealworms as food and/or feed additives in vulnerable communities in Kenya and Palestine to address food insecurity challenges, whilst creating job opportunities in the targeted regions. The project will apply a participatory approach to support local farmers, groups and partners to establish insect farms and Spirulina ponds; gain technical skills to maximise yields, and; tailor and target products to relevant markets. The research project leverages the experience and complementary capacities of several organisations, including icipe, DCA, Thriving Green, and MAAN Development Center; a blend of actors with relevant technical and practical expertise, well-established local operations and networks who are uniquely positioned to deliver results and contribute to wider evidence on climate smart food systems approaches in nexus settings.