Climate change poses an existential threat to global food security, livelihoods, and ecosystems. In the Global South, where agricultural productivity and rural incomes are most vulnerable to climate impacts, the need for resilient, adaptable solutions has never been more urgent. The Global Center on Adaptation- CGIAR partnership is a strategic alliance designed to bridge the gap between pioneering research and real-world impact, ensuring that climate adaptation innovations reach the communities and ecosystems that need them most.