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forum for democratising food & nutrition:
A Knowledge & Advocacy Initiative

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Building on the momentum of the 10th International Summit on Food, Nutrition & Health in 2024, Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition: From Science to Society, we have established this forum—an action-driven, globally connected hub for knowledge and advocacy dedicated to decolonising and democratising food and nutrition knowledge.

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The forum serves as a collaborative space for researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and communities. It

  • ensures equitable access to evidence-based knowledge

  • amplifies underrepresented voices and

  • reshapes global food systems through informed advocacy and capacity-building.

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With an international presence, the forum will bridge the divide between the Global North-South, fostering regional and international partnerships to address the systemic inequities in food and nutrition. Through a combination of digital learning resources, training programmes, and policy advocacy, we aim to empower stakeholders at all levels—from grassroots organisations to global institutions—to build more inclusive, just, and sustainable food systems.  

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This initiative is more than just a knowledge repository and advocacy effort—it is a platform for action, driving meaningful change in how food and nutrition knowledge is produced, shared, and applied to create lasting impact. 

Impact of summit 2024 & key outputs:
Laying the Foundation for lasting change

Key Outputs

Pre-Summit & Summit Proceedings

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Documenting foundational discussions and insights.

Summit Blog Series & Case Studies

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Showcasing learnings across Clinical and Public Health Nutrition, Indigenous Food Systems, and more​.

Special Issues in CABI & BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health

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Publishing research to shape global discourse.

Research Repository

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A platform for researchers to contribute and publish impactful work.

Annual Symposium for Impact Review

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Tracking progress and sustaining the movement​.

From knowledge to action—driving systemic change in food and nutrition worldwide.​

Timeline for Launch

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Phase One

Next 3-6 Months

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  • Finalise strategic partnerships

  • Develop the digital platform

  • Structure knowledge resources

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Phase Two

6-12 Months

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  • Launch the digital hub

  • Publish the first-year impact report

  • Convene key stakeholders

Why Now?

The time to act is now, as we find ourselves at a critical juncture in the global discourse on food, nutrition, and health.

Momentum for Change


Global movements for food justice, decolonisation, and equity are gaining momentum, making this the perfect time to push for systemic change in food and nutrition.

Strategic Timing

With key UN and international policy milestones shaping the future of global food systems, this is a crucial moment to influence policy and drive meaningful action.

Anchor 1

Leveraging Global Networks​

Key Partnerships & Strategic Alignments:​

  • Nutrition for Growth (N4G): Advancing global commitments to equitable food systems​

  • UK Nutrition Report: Contributing to national advocacy & research​

  • UN Decade of Action on Nutrition: Positioning the forum within global nutrition equity efforts​

  • International Collaborations: Driving multi-sector partnerships for decolonised food & nutrition policies​

 

Planned Engagements:​

  • UN-Led Forums: Advocating for nutrition justice at the global level​

  • Policy Roundtables: Engaging international stakeholders in transformative discussions​

  • Knowledge Exchange Programmes: Strengthening partnerships through cross-sector collaboration​​

Why global Networks matter

Expands the Forum's Reach​

Aligns with International Policy for Greater Impact​

Strengthens Cross-sector Collaborations for Systemic Change​​

Get involved:
Shape the future of Food & nutrition

Strategic Partner

Co-develop key initiatives & shape the forum's long-term impact​.

Content Contributor

Provide research, case studies, & policy insights​.

Funding Partner

Support knowledge sharing, advocacy & training programmes.

Community Collaborator

Engage in grassroots programs & implementation​.

Policy Advocate

Drive systemic change through evidence-based policy engagement​.

Bridging the Knowledge-to-Action Gap

The Problem

-Food and nutrition knowledge is abundant, but access and application remain inequitable.

-Research is often confined to academic institutions, failing to reach the communities that need it most.

The Solution:

A transformative movement.​

 

  • Beyond a Repository: The Forum is an action-driven platform advocating for knowledge justice in research, education, and policy.

  • Democratising Knowledge: Breaking down systemic barriers to ensure equitable access and application.

  • Global Collaboration: Uniting researchers, policymakers, and communities to create lasting change.

Why This matters

Reshapes food systems for sustainability and equity.

Connects cross-sector leaders for real-world impact.

Transforms research into action for community-driven solutions.

Why NNEdPro is Best Positioned to Lead

As a global leader in nutrition education, research translation, and policy advocacy, NNEDPro is uniquely positioned to spearhead this initiative. Our expertise in evidence synthesis, stakeholder engagement, and training enables us to effectively mobilise knowledge for real-world impact. 

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One of our flagship projects, the Mobile Teaching Kitchen (MTK), is a living example of the Summit’s theme in action.

 

The MTK is an innovative, community-led intervention that provides an accessible,  scalable, and serviceable model for empowering marginalised communities. Through nutrition education, skill building, and entrepreneurship training, the MTK embeds scientific knowledge into practical, everyday applications. It demonstrates how a bottom-up approach can tackle food insecurity, improve public health, and support economic resilience in underserved populations. 

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The MTK is an example of how the decolonisation of food and nutrition knowledge can drive transformative, sustainable change across communities. It underscores the Hub’s potential to amplify such initiatives on a global scale. 

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Support the Mobile Teaching Kitchen: Contribute to our Crowdfunding Campaign.

what we aim to do

Digital Knowledge Hub

At the core of this initiative is a comprehensive digital platform that will function as: ​

  • A Knowledge Repository: Transforming data into information and information into intelligence through rigorous interpretation. ​

  • An Interactive Learning Space: Open-access training, webinars, and research publications on equitable food and nutrition policies. ​

  • A Collaborative Think Tank: Facilitating cross-sector discussions and partnerships to drive policy change.​

Training & Capacity Building

  • Training on Demand: Tailored programmes for professionals, researchers, and community leaders.​

  • Webinars & Awareness Campaigns: Engaging sessions spreading awareness on decolonised nutrition practices.​

  • Digital Library: A dedicated resource hub focusing on inclusive, decolonised nutrition education. ​

  • Annual Symposium: A global convening to track progress, evaluate impact, and strengthen accountability in the field.​

Advocacy for Policy Change

  • Policy Engagement – Working with national and international policymakers to integrate decolonised perspectives into food governance frameworks. ​

  • Special Interest Groups – Creating focused working groups to drive research and advocacy in priority areas. ​

  • Global Collaborations – Registering with the UK Nutrition Report and UN Decade of Action to align with key global movements.​

Funding & Sustainability

Driving Scale and Lasting Impact Through Knowledge-Sharing & Policy Advocacy​

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Core funding areas: ​

  • Personnel & Operations: Supports expert researchers, educators, and advocacy teams.​

  • Digital Infrastructure: Maintains an interactive, multilingual knowledge platform.​

  • Capacity-Building Programmes: Expands training workshops, community-led projects, and educational outreach.​

  • Policy & Advocacy: Funds engagement with policymakers, production of white papers, and strategic dialogues.​

  • Event Logistics: Supports annual symposiums, regional dialogues, and networking convenings.​

  • Monitoring & Evaluation: Tracks programme impact for transparency and accountability.​​​

Join Us in Transforming Food & Nutrition Knowledge​

  • Become a Partner → Fund or collaborate with us​

  • Enrol in Training → Gain expertise in equitable food systems​

  • Advocate with Us → Drive systemic change in global nutrition policies​

  • Support the Movement → MTKi.org, Crowdfunding, Research Repository, Summit Meetings​

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