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Contributors: Sucheta Mitra, Roshni Kumar, Dr Sofia Cavalleri, Sarah Anderson, and Prof Sumantra Ray The 9th Annual International Summit on Nutrition and Health, hosted by NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health and the International Academy of Nutrition Educators (IANE) in partnership with the BMJ NPH Nutrition Prevention and Health, took place virtually, focusing on ‘Sustainable Resourcing for All In Food & Nutrition Security: Creative Solutions for Healthy & Resilient Populations’. Last year marked the 15th anniversary of NNEdPro Global Institute and the 5th anniversary of BMJ NPH and IANE. Amidst global challenges like climate change, economic instability, and population growth, the summit brought together leading experts, policymakers, and innovators to explore sustainable strategies for ensuring food and nutrition security for all through a multistakeholder approach. Emphasising Innovation and Resilience The summit underscored the need for innovative approaches to resource management that promote health and resilience across diverse populations. By examining best practices, emerging technologies, and community-driven initiatives, participants aimed to identify and advocate for solutions that address immediate nutritional needs and contribute to long-term sustainability and equity in agri-food systems. The discussions highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and integrating scientific research with practical, on-the-ground efforts to build robust, resilient, and adaptable agri-food systems. A Platform for Exchange and Collaboration This summit served as a platform for exchanging ideas, sharing scalable practice models, and forging new multistakeholder partnerships. It highlighted the critical role of sustainable resourcing in achieving global health goals and ensuring every individual, regardless of socio-economic status, has access to nutritious, safe, and sufficient food. The proceedings reflect a collective commitment to advancing food and nutrition security through creative, evidence-based solutions that support healthy and resilient communities worldwide. Summit Format and Structure The summit, an annual scientific event, brought together professionals, educators, students, and researchers from around the globe to showcase leading research and build alliances to implement innovative solutions addressing complex nutrition and health challenges. The summit was held online and it consisted of seven live satellite events leading up to the main event on July 15th, 2023. The three core themes explored were: 1. Social Sustainability: Healthy and resilient populations, just and equitable food systems, food sovereignty. 2. Environmental Sustainability: Food and nutrition security. 3. Economic Sustainability: Circular just economic models and creative solutions for sustainable resourcing. Regional Network satellite events: Some of the discussions which took place at various regional network satellite events are outlined below. Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) Network The ANZ network showcased the OzHarvest Nourish Programme during their regional network satellite event. Dr. Breanna Lepre, from the UQ Centre for Community Health and Wellbeing and NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health, presented this transformative programme, which offers a free, hospitality-focused pathway to employment for young Australians aged 16-25, who face barriers to education and training. The programme, spanning 18 weeks, has successfully created a safe and inclusive learning environment, improved food literacy and security, reduced social isolation, and instilled greater hope for the future among participants. The discussion highlighted the need for additional resourcing and increased investments to maximise the programme's impact and ensure its sustainability. India and South Asia Network The India and South Asia network focused on creating nutrition and economic sustainability through innovative food delivery solutions. Their presentation highlighted a project with the food delivery app Swiggy, aimed at overcoming challenges in reaching people across Kolkata with the Mobile Teaching Kitchen (MTK) mobile unit. As a strategy to scale up their micro-enterprise into a sustainable venture, they plan to register on the Swiggy platform. This digital growth strategy provides a creative and economically sustainable solution to expand their reach and impact, ensuring that more people have access to nutritious food. Europe Regional Network The Europe network's satellite event featured speakers Dr Berta Valente from the Institute of Public Health of the University of Porto (ISPUP) and Dr. Ingrid Fromm from Bern University of Applied Sciences, who addressed the complex relationship between climate change and agriculture. Their presentation highlighted the significant impacts of climate change on food availability, global food security, infrastructure, logistics, and food prices. They discussed pathways to resilience, including climate-smart agriculture, reducing emissions, increasing intersectoral action, and addressing socio-economic inequalities. An example of intersectoral action included collaborative efforts across different sectors to implement sustainable agricultural practices and policies that mitigate the adverse effects of climate change on food systems. UK and Ireland Regional Network The UK and Ireland network focused on the sustainability dimensions of the Mediterranean diet and its relationship with mental well-being. Dr. Fotini Tsofliou from Bournemouth University and Dr. Kathy Martyn from Brighton University presented their pilot digital survey, MeDWellS, which investigates adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet and its correlation with perceived mental well-being. The study aims to measure diet quality, self-reported mental well-being, perceived stress, and physical activity levels among higher education participants in the UK, with results to be showcased in November 2023. Additionally, Dr. Martyn discussed embedding nutrition in medical and nursing education through the NUTCAP project, which aims to improve nutritional care in hospitals by enhancing collaboration between nurses and dietitians, identifying gaps in nutrition knowledge, and implementing cost-effective solutions to improve patient care. Canada Regional Network The Canada Regional Network featured Dr. Leah Gramlich, Professor of Medicine at the University of Alberta, who presented on ‘Creating Alliances Nationally for Policy to Address Disease-Related Malnutrition (CAN Dream)’. This initiative, part of the CNS-CMTF, aligns with the United Nations Decade of Action on Nutrition by promoting policy advancements to tackle Disease-Related Malnutrition (DRM). Dr. Gramlich emphasised the importance of policy-based approaches to prevent, detect, and treat DRM, which affects both adults and children across various care settings. The CAN Dream commitment by the Canadian Nutrition Society (CNS) and the Canadian Malnutrition Task Force (CMTF) aims to establish evidence-based practices and advocate for policies to mitigate the negative impacts of DRM. Future steps include creating mechanisms for international registration of CAN Dream, completing a systematic review, and establishing a global Expert Advisory Group. United States Network The United States Network focused on the ‘MTK – US Micro Pilot: Cultivating Resilient Urban Communities through Plant-Powered Food Solutions’. Speakers Rebecca Johnson, Culinary Lead at Plant Powered Metro NY, and Jen Shamro, Coordinator at NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health, discussed the MTK pilot project and community workshops. These workshops explore perceptions of plant-based foods, such as the texture of a spinach cutlet versus chicken, and the role of spices in enhancing natural flavours. The project also includes sharing personal health stories from community champions, who are experienced home cooks. The initiative aims to recreate healthier versions of familiar dishes, build cultural understanding of ingredient preparation, and foster excitement among participants. The rewarding feedback loop created by the community’s enthusiasm highlights the project's positive impact. Summit Day Highlights: Social Sustainability: Building Equitable Food Systems The summit highlighted efforts to build just and equitable food systems aimed at reducing disparities in food access and enhancing community health and resilience. Discussions centered on innovative approaches to resource management and community engagement, integrating scientific research with practical efforts. Key projects like the PAHADIYA SAMRIDHI initiative in Jharkhand underscored the importance of intersectional interventions to address complex issues of nutrition and food insecurity. Additionally, gastrodiplomacy was showcased as a means to promote cultural understanding, support local economies, and preserve culinary heritage. Environmental Sustainability: Ensuring Long-term Food Security Environmental sustainability discussions at the summit emphasised the creation of resilient food systems that preserve natural resources and mitigate environmental impact. Strategies highlighted included reducing waste, minimizing greenhouse gas emissions, and promoting biodiversity while supporting healthy diets and equitable food distribution. Initiatives like the ‘ZERO TO HERO’ programme, which empowers communities to adopt sustainable food practices, were also discussed as pivotal in achieving sustainable food security. Economic Sustainability: Innovative Resourcing and Solutions The summit addressed the economic aspects of sustaining nutrition services amidst financial challenges. It emphasised the need for innovative financing solutions and efficient resource management strategies to improve health outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and ensure universal access to nutrition services. Discussions also focused on enhancing nutrition education for healthcare professionals and leveraging public-private partnerships and social impact bonds to support sustainable nutrition initiatives. NNEdPro’s Global Strategy on Sustainable Resourcing highlighted efforts to empower local champions and tailor interventions to address disparities in nutrition and health effectively. Conclusion: A Collective Commitment to Sustainable Solutions The 9th Annual International Summit on Nutrition and Health highlighted the critical need for sustainable resourcing in food and nutrition security. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and creative approaches, the summit underscored the potential to transform food systems, promoting health and resilience globally. The proceedings from this event will be published in the BMJ NPH (Nutrition, Prevention and Health) and will reflect a collective commitment to advancing sustainable, equitable, and resilient food systems that support healthy communities worldwide. COMING NEXT The 10th International Summit on Food, Nutrition and Health. Join us in December 2024 in India for this event that aims to foster global collaboration by integrating diverse perspectives into food and nutrition research, education, practice, and policy. The Summit will highlight the importance of inclusive dialogue, particularly on contributions from historically underrepresented communities. It will explore ways to bridge the gap between traditional knowledge and contemporary science. Learn more .

Authors:  Helena Trigueiro, Halima Jama, Haiza Ahmad, Sarah Dalzell, Sumantra Ray   Reviewer and Editor : Ramya Rajaram   Copyeditor : Veronica Funk  Key Acknowledgements : Shailaja Fennel, Siti Rohaiza Binti Ahmad and Anne Cunningham; Support from the University of Cambridge, ASEAN Secretariat and Universiti Brunei Darussalam   Special Acknowledgement for Funding in Part : Mary Lim (NNEdPro Southeast Asia)          Brunei, like many nations, faces the challenge of meeting the nutritional needs of its population while navigating complex food systems. The nation presently heavily relies on imported food, necessitating the formulation of a comprehensive strategy. Aligned with this imperative is the government's Wawasan 2035 plan, which endeavours to not only diversify the economy but also to channel investments into the realms of agriculture and the agri-food sector. A judicious exploration of global research, notably delving into the scholarly contributions of Thompson and Scoones (2009), may furnish a nuanced roadmap for comprehending the intricate dynamics of Brunei's agri-food systems.     Upon scrutinising available data, discerning patterns come to light, particularly in the realm of adolescent nutrition, which evoke a sense of concern. The prevalence of gender disparities, coupled with an absence of critical data pertaining to micronutrients, accentuates the imperative for precisely targeted interventions. The resolution of these challenges necessitates a thoughtfully nuanced approach, one that considers the multifaceted nature of the issues at hand.     Figure 1 World Health Organization - Noncommunicable Diseases (NCD) Brunei Country Profiles, 2019. (World Health Organization 2019)       Interventions encompass a spectrum of strategies aimed at addressing population health challenges. This includes low agency/nudge interventions, exemplified by initiatives like salt reduction programs, which reformulate foods to reduce salt intake or employ mass media campaigns to encourage behavioral changes. While these interventions may be perceived as limiting free choice, there exists potential synergy in combining approaches, especially in addressing complex issues such as childhood obesity (Adams, Mytton et al., 2016). In response to the prevalence of ultra-processed food and beverages, Adams, Hofman et al. (2020) emphasize the necessity of simultaneously altering supply and demand at all levels of the food system, alongside structural interventions to enhance access to convenient, palatable, and affordable minimally processed foods. Positioned as a wealthier nation within the ASEAN region, Brunei has the opportunity to pioneer the integration of these public health approaches, effectively combating the double burden of malnutrition it confronts.   Another pivotal intervention involves enhancing nutrition education for healthcare practitioners. Despite doctors having limited influence over the diverse causes of diet-related diseases, an inadequately trained medical workforce is recognized as a structural contributor to diet-related diseases (Morris, 2014). Nutrition care, defined as health professionals' practices aimed at improving patients' nutritional behaviour and subsequent health (Ball et al., 2010), directly aligns with health care and population health systems (Willet et al., 2019). However, medical students and, subsequently, physicians are often trained to prioritize scientific evidence in pharmaceutical decision-making and clinical guidelines, overlooking the significance of nutritional interventions and guidelines in clinical nutrition (Womersley & Ripullone, 2017). In Brunei, where aspiring medical students first complete a Bachelor of Health Science Medicine (BHSc) degree at the University Brunei Darussalam before refining their clinical skills at partner universities globally (Rajam et al., 2021), the initial years of the BHSc program present a unique opportunity to enhance nutrition education for future physicians. This is especially relevant given their heightened exposure to their own cultural culinary habits.   Moreover, by establishing academic partnerships with medical faculties worldwide, Brunei can adopt and showcase global models, positioning itself as a noteworthy example within the ASEAN region for teaching nutrition to medical students. Nutrition education for trained professionals is indispensable, warranting targeted interventions at both regional and national levels.   In the broader context of public health, a systems framework is imperative for comprehending and addressing malnutrition. The three-tiered approach of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention requires a well-coordinated effort. Regular surveys, robust screening mechanisms, and a clear delineation of responsibilities for risk assessment and management are crucial components in this holistic endeavour.       Vision for the Future        The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) serve as a guiding beacon for integrated thinking and sustainability. Aligning Vision 2035 with environmental dimensions is crucial, especially concerning Brunei's goal to enhance food security and regional cooperation. Recognizing the untapped potential of Brunei's biodiversity can further this goal.        Trends of rising obesity and unhealthy diets across the life-course are concerning. In particular, dietary habits of Brunei’s children and adolescents characterized by high intakes of SSBs, salty, fried snacks and low intakes of nutritious foods (e.g. fruits, vegetables, legumes, and nuts) are contributing to the nation’s current and future burden of malnutrition and NCDs. Knowledge and awareness are not sufficient to improve diets, as globalisation and the desire for convenient, fast food continues to promote obesogenic food environments and consumption of unhealthy diets.  The approaching demographic shift to an ageing population is also a reminder that the future costs of NCDs are likely to continue to rise.         Emphasis on earlier prevention of malnutrition is essential. Requiring a better, more integrated understanding of socio-ecological determinants of food, nutrition and health, as well as the underpinning biological mechanisms that may increase risk in Brunei across all its varied contexts, ethnicities and age groups. If prioritised, developing food, health and social welfare systems that work together to identify and address nutrition inequities will ensure the realisation of Vision 2035 for all in Brunei Darussalam.       Key Takeaways for a Healthy Future       I.  National Diet and Nutrition Surveillance for Comprehensive Risk Assessment and Progress Monitoring   a. Implement a dynamic programme for ongoing assessment of dietary intakes and nutritional status.   b. Ensure the regular availability of nationally representative estimates every three years to facilitate tracking.   c. Enhance the utilisation of nutritional biomarkers for more thorough and nuanced assessments.   II. Interdisciplinary Research for Evaluating Agri-food Systems and Food Environments   a. Encourage interdisciplinary research spanning agriculture, nutrition, health, and social sciences.   b. Update national dietary guidelines to incorporate considerations of ecological sustainability.   III. Emphasis on Child and Adolescent Health:   a. Integrate food and nutrition components into existing health initiatives targeted at adolescents.   b. Conduct research to comprehend the factors driving obesity, particularly among boys.   c. Introduce sustainability-focused food and health initiatives within schools and universities.   IV. Monitoring and Evaluation:   a. Designate clear responsibilities for the assessment and management of risks.   b. Scrutinise policies through a double-duty action lens, addressing the challenges posed by the double burden of malnutrition.       In conclusion, this article underscores the critical role of education, emphasising the need for nutrition-focused training for healthcare practitioners and medical students. By weaving together local cultural nuances and global best practices, Brunei has the potential to shape a healthcare landscape that goes beyond treating diseases to preventing malnutrition and fostering long-term well-being.     Looking ahead, the vision extends beyond immediate interventions. Aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals and Vision 2035, the emphasis shifts towards sustainable practices, biodiversity utilisation, and an integrated approach to address the rising challenges of obesity and unhealthy diets. 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Over an eventful fortnight in August 2019 NNEdPro shared learnings and knowledge from our mobile teaching kitchen microenterprise model in 3 regions: Kolkata, Sanghol and Delhi. The purpose was to consolidate, collaborate, spread awareness and extend the reach of the project so it can be adapted to other regions. We conducted field visits, engaged in meetings and organised two extensive workshops to develop a novel theory of change in combating malnutrition in India proactively considering both agriculture as well as healthy systems. Thank you to efforts from our team in India and the UK including Professor Sumantra Ray and Jørgen Torgerstuen Johnsen from the NNEdPro Global Centre who travelled to three cities in India to conduct the biannual workshops of the NNEdPro Regional Network in India; the newly formed ‘Bhavishya Shakti’ cooperative society; the Inner Wheel; Remedy Clinic Study Group; Cordia College in Sanghol, Punjab, and the Cambridge University TIGR2ESS (Transforming India’s Green Revolution-2 for Empowerment and Sustainable Supplies) Programme. highlights from Kolkata Our journey started and ended in the City of Joy, Kolkata. We spent time with our collaborators from the Inner Wheel and our NNEdPro Kolkata team and Debashis Chakraborty and Sanchita Banerjee- the India team’s data and nutrition specialists-to map out the field visits to come to two of Kolkata's many slums; RG Kar and Chetla. Background Launched in 2018, the Mobile Teaching Kitchen (MTK) project not only stops at empowering mothers with skills and knowledge on cooking healthy, sustainable and nourishing meals but is a uniquely innovative project in that it builds capacity by empowering them with transferable skills to provide knowledge to pass onto others within their community and beyond. creating grassroots leaders: How our model breaks barriers & crosses socio-economic boundaries through food, nutrition & community The MTK meals are made using locally available ingredients which are nutritionally balanced, affordable and turned into tasty and appealing . A range of meals are taught through a “See one, Do one, Teach One” model, providing education using a more traditional story-telling or practical method that circumvents literacy barriers . The skilled and knowledgeable mothers transfer learning to their family, friends and throughout neighbourhoods crossing socioeconomic boundaries. Why we developed into a micro-enterprise model Six months after the initial launch the sentiment of the vast majority of the mothers were that they were emotionally invested in the initiative and wished to invest their full attention and energy into making the Mobile Teaching Kitchens initiative more sustainable and successful. This would not be possible for our mothers without a sustainable source of livelihood. Recognising the engagement and enthusiasm of the women and mothers involved, the project developed into the current micro-enterprise model. The mothers now don't just cook but are building the skills and capacity to sell the food they create, as well as playing the role of educators by providing awareness and education to Kolkata's city workers who are increasingly reliant on fast food leading to unhealthy diet and lifestyle. One group of mothers hope that they'll be able to run the MTK at one of the biggest festivals in the east of India, Durga Puja. The team led two-days of workshops in Kolkata around the Mobile Teaching Kitchen initiative. The first of which included a demo observation followed by a formal reception for stakeholders that ranged from TIGR2ESS members to organisations with an interest in nutritional work and research to politicians. Delegates engaged in an intensive group discussion around their observations of the Mobile Teaching Kitchen demo and further discussion sought to improve our implementation and evaluation methods for effectiveness, with focus on both qualitative and quantitative data collected, as well as financial sustainability data. The second day introduced a new template for the Mobile Teaching Kitchen for the participants observation and they had the opportunity to taste the new template menu, where a new millet-based recipe was introduced, in addition to the original template used as a role model for other templates with regards to nutritional content. The United Decade of Action on Nutrition (2016-2025) and the Decade of Family Farming (2019-2028) was also presented and discussed on how to best utilise the decades to intensify the nutritional work and to engage and extract commitments from government representatives. highlights from Sanghol, Punjab Sanghol in Punjab was our second stop and we are proud to be able to co-operate with the team at the Lord Rana Edu City to take activities forward there as they are looking into methods of adapting the Mobile Teaching Kitchen model for a rural and agricultural setting. Lord Rana, Urmil Verma and the Cordia Campus hosted a workshop on their facilities at Cordia College, part of The Lord Rana Edu City, founded and funded by the Lord Rana Foundation Charitable Trust, UK. focus groups, workshops & field visits We attended a focus group with TIGR2ESS researchers from Panjab University and the University of Cambridge in a village called Fategarh Sahib, close to Sanghol to find out their thoughts around nutrition and diet and how they think malnutrition effects them individually and as a community, as well as their ideas for solutions to malnutrition. With the Sanghol team, we held a workshop where the Mobile Teaching Kitchen was presented and the attendees had the chance to observe the model’s “See one, Do one, Teach one” in practice in one of the kitchen facilities at Cordia campus. The feedback from the attendees was very positive with comments such as “Good efforts, taste is very good” and “Amazing initiative. Keep it up!” and an overall average score of 4.8 out of 5 in food appearance, taste, nutritional value, novelty and hygiene. We went on a field trip to Mehar Baba Charitable Trust centre for empowering women through skills upgradation. Here we were invited to observe the centre in use and to discuss how we can implement nutritional knowledge training at the centre and further cooperation with the mobile teaching kitchen initiative. In the news Thank you to the regional and national media who covered our efforts and we look forward to collaborating with other organisations in the near future to take this initiative forward. HIGHLIGHTS FROM Delhi In India’s capital Delhi, NNEdPro held meetings with government bodies of NITI Aayog and media stakeholders, with a focus on how the Mobile Teaching Kitchen can help tackle malnutrition issues and sharing learnings from the initiative thus far. NITI Aayog is a policy think tank of the Government of India and was established with the aim of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and to enhance cooperative federalism by fostering the involvement of State Government of India in the economic policy-making process using a bottom-up approach. They were very interested in the initiative and how it could be adapted on a larger scale in India. We hope that following the sharing of insights and discussions, for further interesting developments from this meeting. During a full day meeting with Transforming India’s (ever)Green Revolution-2 by Research and Empowerment for Sustainable food Supplies ( TIGR2ESS ) Flagship Project 6 (FP-6) group, the Mobile Teaching Kitchen was a key topics. FP-6 wishes to impact wellbeing in rural and urban communities through key determinants of populations health and resilience which include heredity, environment, diet, lifestyle and socioeconomic factors. It wishes to focus on education and empowerment as important components that can define theories of change to improve lives and livelihoods. It is hoped this will lead to better nutrition, health and economic outcomes. FP-6 explores the relationship between these factors through assessing needs and piloting innovative intervention models (2). After an extended presentation and discussion sessions among the FP-6 members the FP-6 theory of changes was laid down on paper and presented later at the Kolkata workshop. In Delhi we were also invited to meet with the Deputy Director (and other colleagues) from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) to explore action research possibilities to incorporate millet based and high nutrient value templates into patient meals. We left India full of hope, promising conversations that we will be taking forward, and look forward to witnessing the growth of the Mobile Teaching Kitchen initiative. Our belief is the programme has potential to be adapted now not only across other parts of India but also across the globe focusing on marginalised communities in both developing and developed countries using a model of high nutritional value culinary education and enterprise for empowerment of communities across the socioeconomic spectrum! For further information about Mobile Teaching Kitchens., please contact us at info@nnedpro.org.uk . To contact the Mobile Teaching Kitchen team in India, please contact Sanchita Banerjee . Written by Jørgen Torgerstuen Johnsen, edited by Sanchita Banerjee, Michel Mc Girr, Sumantra (Shumone) Ray & Ananya Ria Roy

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Event organised by Lead Partners Programme Registration Venue Speakers Abstracts Supporters FAQs More... The NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health, in lead partnership with BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health, the International Academy of Nutrition Educators (IANE), the iKANN Nutrition Research Registry , the Global Nutrition, Health & Disease Programme at Ulster University and the Mobile Teaching Kitchen International (MTKi) Initiative , is thrilled to announce the 11th International Summit on Food, Nutrition and Health, taking place from 10th to 13th December 2025 in Dundee and St Andrews, Scotland. Under the theme “Target 2030: Food and Nutrition Policy - From Human to Planetary Health” , this Summit will bring together global experts to address critical challenges at the intersection of nutrition, health, and sustainability. The programme features: Pre-Summit satellite events in Ulster (Northern Ireland) and Belem (Brazil) in November 2025. A half-day Special Symposium on 10th December, building on the success of the 2024 Summit and reviewing progress on last year’s theme of “Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition: From Science to Society.” Two full days of interactive sessions and breakout groups, balanced between human and planetary health, exploring sub-themes and fostering actionable solutions. A Global Youth Essay Competition & Festival of Ideas on 13th December, empowering young voices to contribute fresh perspectives to the Summit’s key themes. Join us for this landmark gathering to exchange ideas, forge collaborations, and shape the future of food and nutrition policy for a healthier planet. Photos from the 2024 Summit in Kolkata, India . View the full album here . As a delegate of the NNEdPro Summit you are entitled to a 20% discount on the cost of publishing an article in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health Programme Main Summit Programme at a Glance 10 December Half-day Pre-Summit Satellite Symposium in Dundee, Scotland 11 and 12 December Main Summit Event at Dundee and Angus College, Dundee, Scotland 13 December Post-Summit Satellite Event: Global Youth Essay Competition & Festival of Ideas, St Andrews, Scotland Programme at a Glance Please note, further details will be shared soon. Registration Registration You can now register for any of the three events below by clicking on the Register button. The satellite events are free to attend but have limited spaces available. Various ticket options are available for the Main Summit, and early bird registration is now open! ULSTER SATELLITE EVENT ON PRECISION NUTRITION November 2025. In-person & Virtual. Ulster, Northern Ireland. BELEM SATELLITE EVENT ON FOOD SECURITY/SUSTAINABILITY November 2025. In-person & Virtual. Belem, Brazil. MAIN SUMMIT 10 to 13 December 2025. In-person & Virtual. Dundee & St Andrews, Scotland. Register Please note, further details will be shared soon. Venue The Venue Two pre-Summit satellite events will be held in November 2025, in Ulster (Northern Ireland) and Belim (Brazil). The main Summit event will be held from 3 to 6 December in Dundee and St Andrews, Scotland. Ulster, Northern Ireland Dundee, Scotland Belem, Brazil St Andrews, Scotland Please note, venues and dates will be confirmed in due course. Accommodation Options For delegates attending the Summit, we recommend staying at the Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa , which offers comfortable, modern accommodations with excellent amenities, including a spa, fitness center, and waterfront views. You can use this link to book your stay at a discounted rate. Other Suggested Accommodation Options For those looking for alternative accommodations, here are some hotels in the area: Sleeperz Dundee Malmaison Dundee Holiday Inn Express Dundee Premier Inn Dundee Staybridge Suites Dundee Please note that these are suggested options only, and we are not responsible for availability, pricing, or booking arrangements. We recommend booking early to secure the best rates. Summit Chairs & Key Speakers International Summit Co-Chairs / Key Speakers Professor Pauline Douglas NNEdPro | Ulster University Professor Sumantra Ray NNEdPro Honorary Joint President of NNEdPro & IANE Prof Suzanne Piscopo University of Malta | President, SNEB Key Speakers (Provisional) Dr Ahlam El Shikieri NNEdPro | Taibah University Andre Laperriere Former Exec. Director GODAN Prof Clare Wall NNEdPro | University of Auckland Prof Daniela Martini NNEdPro | University of Milan Prof Daniele del Rio NNEdPro | University of Parma Prof Deborah Kennedy The Food Coach Academy Helena Trigueiro NNEdPro | EU Parliament Jaroslav Guzanic NNEdPro | Swiss Association for Cooperation on Food Education Jodie Webber NNEdPro | University of Cambridge Dr Kathy Martyn NNEdPro | Brighton University Dr Martin Kohlmeier Editor in Chief, BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health Mercedes Tejeda Zorrilla Tec de Monterrey Prof Nitya Rao University of East Anglia Saeeda Ahmed NNEdPro | Sustainable Cities Global Dr Sofia Cavalleri NNEdPro | RISTOLAB s.r.l. Sonigitu Ekpe NNEdPro | Ministry of Environment (Nigeria) Speakers Summit Contributions from NNEdPro & IANE Members and Regional Networks NNEdPro and IANE have close to 1000 members straddling the International Virtual Core and the International Collaborators Group , all of whom are invited to contribute to the Summit. NNEdPro and IANE also work with several Strategic Collaborative Partners , including academic institutions and specialist organisations. Leads from our 10 Regional Networks spanning nearly 80 countries will also contribute directly to the shaping of the 2025 Summit events. Our Summit is also supported by our Youth Ambassadors . Abstracts Abstract Submissions Our call for abstracts will soon be open. We will accept abstracts that align with the theme of this year's Summit or any scientific topic related to food, nutrition and health. Abstracts relevant to the themed BMJ NPH Special Collections can also be submitted. Accepted abstracts will have the opportunity to be published in the open-source journal BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health . You can submit your abstracts via email to info@nnedpro.org.uk - please read the guidance below for further information. Previous Abstracts Key Information ABSTRACT VIRTUAL PRESENTATION AND COMPETITION T o deliver an engaging Summit experience for presenters and attendees, authors of accepted abstracts will be invited to submit a short video (3 to 5 minutes) presenting their work; this will be displayed on the website prior to the Summit. Accepted abstracts will also be asked to provide a poster of their work, which will be displayed at the venue and presented in person during the Summit. You must register for the Summit to have your abstract reviewed. You can submit up to 3 abstracts per registration. If your abstract is rejected and you no longer wish to attend the Summit, we will refund your registration fee minus a 25% administrative charge. 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Programme The Venue Theme Leaders & Speakers Abstracts World Food Forum Supporters FAQ Previous Years Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition: From Science to Society 17th to 20th December 2024 In-person & Virtual Science City, Kolkata, India Programme Registration Venue Speakers Abstracts Supporters FAQs More... In partnership with Event organised by Our 10th International summit was an unprecedented success! Catch up with the action and learn more below. The NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health, in collaboration with the International Academy of Nutrition Educators (IANE) and BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health , successfully hosted its 10th International Summit on "Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition: From Science to Society " from 17 to 20 December 2024 . This landmark event fostered global collaboration by integrating diverse perspectives into food and nutrition research, education, practice, and policy . It emphasized the importance of inclusive dialogue , focusing on contributions from historically underrepresented communities, and explored ways to bridge the gap between traditional knowledge and contemporary science. View Summit Abstracts View Photo Album The Summit concluded with the below key outcomes Forum for Democratising Food and Nutrition: A Knowledge and Advocacy Initiative In partnership with key supporters of our 2024 summit and a select roundtable of strategic partners over early 2025 we will form a Knowledge and Advocacy Initiative to act as a resource repository and support continuous advocacy on democratising and decolonising food and nutrition knowledge - this forum will have dual bases in India and the UK to serve the global south and global north respectively - in the first instance the forum will be responsible for publishing a series of in-depth peer reviewed articles (in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health as well as CABI publishing) and wider dissemination materials capturing the insights from Summit 2024 and recommendations will be registered as voluntary actions linked with the UN Decade of Action on Nutrition (2016-2025). Announcement of an Annual Special Symposium: Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition Knowledge An annual special symposium in the margins of our future summits at the end of each year will track the progress and implementation of the recommendations on democratising and decolonising food and nutrition knowledge to strengthen the scientific evidence base in a manner that can better serve society. Global Expertise Over 50 hours of cutting edge scientific content across 5 tracks in 4 days. Over 80 speaker inputs from 35 countries including keynote by a World Food Prize laureate. Over 500 attendees from across six continents. 55 scientific poster abstracts accepted for publication along with summit proceedings. 20 student learning zone posters accepted. Nutrition Accountability Framework Commitments Registered in the Global Nutrition Report We are proud to announce that our Nutrition Accountability Framework commitments from the 2024 Summit have been officially registered in the Global Nutrition Report . As part of our broader efforts within the UN Decade of Action on Nutrition (2016–2025), this milestone reinforces our commitment to ending malnutrition in all its forms and driving meaningful, evidence-based change in global nutrition. SUMMIT 2025: FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT Target 2030: Food and Nutrition Policy - From Human to Planetary Health Plans for the 11th International Summit are set for Dundee and St Andrews in Scotland in December 2025 . It will feature a half-day pre-summit special symposium, two full days of discussions on food and nutrition policy for human and planetary health, and a half day global youth essay prize competition on the post-summit day. In the margins of the summit there will be a Gala Tartan Dinner, our annual inter-cultural performing arts event ‘The Confluence’, and opportunities to interact with our Scottish Mobile Teaching Kitchen Champions as well activities to discover the delights of the East of Scotland. As a delegate of the NNEdPro Summit you are entitled to a 20% discount on the cost of publishing an article in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health Learn more about the event Summit Abstracts Messages of Support Read our article in Complete Nutrition Read Our Summit Blog Series: Activities in Belfast: The Pre-Summit, Mini Masterclass, and Nutrition Society Congress NNEdPro & SNU Partnership Announcement Bridging Science and Society: An Overview of the NNEdPro-IANE 10th International Summit Meet the Trailblazers: Key Speakers at the 10th International Summit on Food, Nutrition & Health 2024 Read the CABI Special Issue Articles: Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition Empowering Communities Through Democratisation and Decolonisation of Food Systems: Insights from the NNEdPro Pre-Summit Workshop Programme Summit Programme The hybrid pre-summit workshop and roundtable discussion took place in Belfast on 1st July 2024 . Our main Summit event, also in a hybrid format, was held in Kolkata, India, from 17th to 20th December 2024. These events brought together the collective views of our regional networks spanning over 65 countries as well as a multitude of organisations, giving even wider geographical and disciplinary coverage. The hosting of the Summit under the India and South Asia Regional Network marked the 10th Anniversary of NNEdPro projects in India. Registration included access to plenary sessions , interactive panel discussions and abstract presentations showcasing work from all NNEdPro Regional Networks and key collaborators, with 40+ hours of engaging content! Main Summit Programme The Venue The Venue: Science City, Kolkata, India The main Summit event was held from 17th to 20th December 2024 in the City of Kolkata, India. You can learn more about the venue here . Local Hosts Remedy Clinic Study Group (RCSG)* in partnership with Bhavishya Shakti Cooperative Society (BSCS) kindly acted as local hosts for the NNEdPro-IANE 10th International Summit. *Lake Town Scientific Research and Clinicians Association Summit Chairs, Theme Leaders & Key Speakers Explore the profiles of the Summit chairs, theme leaders, and speakers by clicking on the photos below. For a comprehensive overview, you can also download the attachment . Click here for a full list of the organisations and institutions that our Theme Leaders and Key Speakers represent. International Summit Co-Chairs / Key Speakers Professor Pauline Douglas NNEdPro | Ulster University Professor Sumantra Ray NNEdPro Principal Keynote Speaker: Sanchita Banerjee Memorial Lecture Honorary Joint President of NNEdPro & IANE Dr Shakuntala Thilsted Director, Nutrition, Health and Food Security Impact Area Platform, CGIAR Prof Suzanne Piscopo University of Malta | President, SNEB International Summit Theme Leaders / Key Speakers Dr Ahlam El Shikieri NNEdPro | Taibah University Andre Laperriere Former Exec. Director GODAN Prof Clare Wall NNEdPro | University of Auckland Claudia Laricchia Smily Academy Jaroslav Guzanic NNEdPro | Swiss Association for Cooperation on Food Education Dr Kathy Martyn NNEdPro | Brighton University Dr Martin Kohlmeier Editor in Chief, BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health Prof Nitya Rao University of East Anglia Dr Prachi Prabhat Pandit Consultant to Shiv Nadar Foundation Saeeda Ahmed NNEdPro | Sustainable Cities Global Dr Virginie Zoumenou University of Maryland Eastern Shore Dr Yenory Hernández-Garbanzo Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Regional Summit Theme Leaders / Key Speakers Bijoya Bhattacharjee Amity University Ipshita Chakraborty CK Birla Hospital Jaydeep Chakraborty Calcutta Rescue Paromita Chowdhury Oak Foundation Dr Sabyasachi Ray Chairman, Association of Clinicians of India Sumona Mondal HOD, Dietetic & Nutrition, NSHM Soumyendu Ghosh Consultant Dietitian, Community Nutritionist, Diabetes Educator and Lifestyle Counselor Sudeshna Maitra Nag Peerless Hospital | Remedy Clinic Study Group Prof. Suprakash Pradhan Nurture Academy Welfare Trust | Prabhat Kumar College Key Speakers Alok Varma HCLFoundation Dr Biplab Kanti Nandi Former Senior Food and Nutrition Officer of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (UN FAO) Dr Francesco Branca World Health Organization Prof Alexandra Johnstone Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen Prof Ananya Mukherjee VC of Shiv Nadar University Dr Annalisa Terranegra Investigator Precision Nutrition, Sidra Medicine Chhaya Bhanti TIGR2ESS FP6 | Vertiver Prof Chim Lang School of Medicine, University of Dundee Dr Gitanjali Yadav NIPGR Guillaume Pegon Action contre la Faim (Action Against Hunger) Prof Heena Bijli IGNOU Dr Jeffrie Quarsie PhD Candidate in Political Science School of Politics and International Relations Queen Mary University of London Dr John Ingram Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford Jordyn Stafford Nunavik Regional Board of Health and Social Services Dr Julia McCartan Monash University Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Komal Srivastava Apollo Multispeciality Hospital Kuntalika Kumbhakar PRADAN Prof Lucia Scaffardi University of Parma Mahuya Karmakar Peerless Hospital Marla Fuchs University of Cambridge Marta Lonnie Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen Prof Mei Yen Chan Nazarbayev University School of Medicine Dr Monika Aggarwal Panjab University Management Studies Dr Pankaj Mittal Association of Indian Universities Dr Paola Termine HLPE-FSN Coordinator, FAO Dr Pubali Dhar University of Calcutta Paul Newnham SDG2 Advocacy Hub Rituraj Phukan Indigenous People's Climate Justice Forum | Smily Academy Rose Hastreiter L3C Learning & Leadership Roshni Kumar UCL Medical School Sandra Rosier Independent Advisor Selvarani Elahi LGC Group Dr Sofia Cavalleri RISTOLAB s.r.l. Dr Soumyabrata Ray Chaudhuri KPC Medical College & Hospital Souvik Chakraborty Certified Sports Nutritionist Prof Sukumar Mukherjee GD Hospital & Diabetes Institute Suparna Sengupta IQ City Hospital Suruchi Tiwari L3C Learning & Leadership Prof Sutapa Biswas Majee NSHM Tanit Iglesias Zayas Action contre la Faim (Action Against Hunger) Dr Thalia Sparling London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Dr Urmil Verma Lord Rana Foundation Charitable Trust Veronica Flores Bello Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education Prof Vidya Mohamed-Ali University College London Summit Contributions from NNEdPro & IANE Members and Regional Networks NNEdPro and IANE have over 850 members straddling the International Virtual Core and the International Collaborators Group , all of whom were invited to contribute to the Summit. NNEdPro and IANE also work with several Strategic Collaborative Partners , including academic institutions and specialist organisations. Leads from our 10 Regional Networks spanning over 78 countries also contributed directly to the shaping of the 2024 Summit events. Our Summit was also supported by our Youth Ambassadors . Theme Leaders & Speakers Abstracts Abstract Submissions Our call for abstracts is now closed. We have accepted abstracts that aligned with the theme of 2024's Summit or any scientific topic related to food, nutrition and health. Abstracts relevant to the themed BMJ NPH Special Collections were also allowed to be submitted. Accepted abstracts have the opportunity to be published in the open-source journal BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health . Previous Abstracts Key Information ABSTRACT VIRTUAL PRESENTATION AND COMPETITION T o deliver an engaging Summit experience for presenters and attendees, authors of accepted abstracts were invited to submit a short video (3 to 5 minutes) presenting their work to be displayed on the website. Accepted abstracts were also asked to provide a poster of their work, which was displayed at the venue and presented in person during the Summit. IMPORTANT DATES Abstract Submission and Registration Deadline: Submissions are now closed Notification of Acceptance: 22nd November 2024 Video Submission Deadline: 29th November 2024 Poster Submission Deadline: 6th December 2024 Abstract Competition Winners Announcement: 20th December 2024 MINI LEARNING PROJECT Local students were invited to submit an A3 poster of a maximum of 150 words detailing their projects. You can learn more here . IMPORTANT DATES Poster Submission and Registration Deadline: 30th November 2024 Notification of Acceptance: 7th December 2024 Abstract Competition Winners Announcement: 20th December 2024 World Food Forum Partnership The partnership between the NNEdPro Global Institute, our associate academy IANE, our esteemed journal, BMJ NPH , and the World Food Forum (WFF) hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) continued for the 2024 NNEdPro-IANE International Summit on Food, Nutrition and Health. Following November 2023 the WFF global event in Rome, recipients of the WFF Transformative Research Challenge (TRC) awards were granted scholarships to join IANE. Additionally, the winning abstracts will be featured in the 2023 Summit Proceedings, which will be peer-reviewed and published in BMJ NPH. You can learn more about the event here . Professor Sumantra Ray, the NNEdPro Chair, is honoured to continue his role as a mentor for the WFF TRC for a fourth year. World Food Forum 2024 Satellite Events 1st July Programme PRE-SUMMIT MINI MASTERCLASS IN MEDICAL & HEALTH SYSTEMS NUTRITION EDUCATION 3rd July 2024. Ulster University City Campus, Belfast, Northern Ireland. 3rd July Programme Photos MAIN SUMMIT OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT AND PRESS CONFERENCE IN KOLKATA, INDIA 14th August 2024. Press Club of Kolkata. Press Release Photos NNEDPRO-IANE AWARDS SYMPOSIUM IN CAMBRIDGE, UK 25th September 2024. Wolfson College, Cambridge. Awards Symposium Read the Blog Supporters The below organisations helped make their mark to drive real change in the world of food, nutrition and health by supporting the 10th International Summit. Click here for more information if you would like to support the 11th International Summit on Food, Nutrition and Health. Platinum Supporters in collaboration with Gold Supporters Learn more about our partnership here . 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ACCOMODATION OPTIONS 5-Star Hotels ITC Royal Taj City Centre ITC Sonar JW Marriott Hyatt Regency 4-Star Hotels Fairfield Marriott AltAir Boutique Hotel Taj Vivanta 3-Star Hotels DeSovrani The Stadel The Sonnet OTHER TOUR PACKAGES Bankura Tour Darjeeling Tour Kolkata City Tour Sundarban Tour Santiniketan Tour Indian Visa Application Website Summit Organisers The Summit Organising Committee also included several moderators, speakers and panellists. Ankita Ghosh Assistant Project Officer Asim Kumar Manna Assistant Operations & Academic Officer Debashis Chakraborty Operations Officer Francesco Giurdanella NNEdPro Visiting Academic Associate Halima Jama Visiting Academic Associate Harmanpreet Kaur *Operations & Academic Officer Jenneffer Braga Senior Academic Officer Jorgen Johnsen WHO | NNEdPro Visiting Academic Associate - PhD Studentship Matheus Abrantes Chief Operations & Enterprise Officer | Associate Director Ramya Rajaram Academic Officer Samyyia Ashraf Visiting Senior Academic Associate Sarah Anderson Senior Operations & Enterprise Officer Sarah Armes Senior Academic Officer Saundaria Chatterjee Partnerships & Relationships Officer Sucheta Mitra Deputy COO | Associate Director Wanja Nyaga Academic Officer *From May 24, 2024, Harmanpreet has successfully taken on a substantive role at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and continues to collaborate with NNEdPro in a voluntary officer role. Key Regional Community Representatives Representatives consist of Mobile Teaching Kitchen (MTK) Education Supervisors and Key Regional Community Representatives. These members are also contributed to the Summit's scientific programme. Chitra Ray President, Bhavishya Sakti Mitali Gupta Vice President, Bhavishya Sakti Elizabeth Suchitra Richard Secretary, Bhavishya Sakti Mala Mukherjee Member, Bhavishya Sakti Sarmila Mukherjee Member, Bhavishya Sakti Kashmira Ghosh Member, Bhavishya Sakti Key Mobile Teaching Kitchen Champions & Little Literacy Library Educators Anumati Sardar MTK Champion, India Chandana Naiya MTK Champion, India Kanika Das MTK Champion, India Puja Karmakar MTK Champion, India Sukla Karmakar MTK Champion, India Dipika Roy Little Literacy Library, RG Kar, Kolkata Shyamoli Mondal Little Literacy Library, RG Kar, Kolkata Sonushree Sardar Little Literacy Library, Chetla Lock Gate, Kolkata Learn more FAQ Frequently Asked Questions What are the Terms & Conditions to attend the course? 1. The NNEdPro Summer School is for individuals interested in nutrition and its health applications and is also open to undergraduate students as well as adult learners. Whilst the course is open-access, a background in relevant biological sciences and/or health related disciplines is required for candidates to sit the final assessment and to receive a certificate of competence. However, those from other backgrounds will be eligible for a certificate of attendance but will not need to sit the final assessment. 2. To ensure that all participants are able to enjoy as well as benefit from studying with us, you will need to be confident understanding and following arguments presented in written and spoken English at University level. 3. Refunds can only be issued for cancellation requests received up to seven days after the access to the material is given, this will be when the email confirmation with your access details to the NNEdPro Virtual Learning Environment is sent. If you cancel after that, no refunds can be issued. Substitute delegates are not accepted. Please note that any transaction fee incurred will be deducted from your refund.To request a refund, please contact us at info@nnedpro.org.uk Who is the course for? The Summer School is intended for individuals interested in nutrition and its health-applications and is also open to undergraduate students and other adult learners. How much time should I set aside for this course? The course consists of: Around 40 hours of pre-recorded lectures you can study at your own pace. You will be invited for a 2-day Q&A and mentoring session with the faculty online or in person in Cambridge, according to your selection when booking the course. The assignments (essay, critical appraisal and final test) should not take longer than 3 hours each to complete. What are the requirements? Whilst the course is open-access, a background in relevant biological sciences and/or health related disciplines is required for candidates to sit the final assessment and to receive a certificate of competence. However, those from other backgrounds will be eligible for a certificate of attendance but will not need to sit the final assessment. To ensure that all participants are able to enjoy as well as benefit from studying with us, you will need to be confident understanding and following arguments presented in written and spoken English at University level. Can I upgrade to the in person mentoring? Yes. If you register for the fully online version but decide to subsequently attend in-person mentoring in Cambridge, please email learning@nnedpro.org.uk to pay the difference in fees. What will I learn throughout the course? The course provides in depth exposure to Applied Human Nutrition including basic concepts in human nutrition; nutritional research methods; nutrition in healthcare and nutrition public health and policy. For a taste of what to expect, check out the previous years content at the bottom of the page. Will I be assessed? Candidates from healthcare and related backgrounds will be able to undertake an assessment at the end of the course to gain a certificate of competence, accredited by professional bodies in the UK for the purposes of Continuing Professional Development. To date, dual accreditation has been provided by the Royal College of Physicians and the Royal Society of Biology in the UK, providing internationally recognised quality benchmarks. If are not from healthcare and related backgrounds, you can still complete the final assignment to receive a certificate of completion. What additional support and benefits can I get? In addition to learn and network with an international community of peers and experts, the opportunity to be assessed and gain a certificate of competence, as a member of the International Academy of Nutrition Education (IANE) Members you will receive a post-course 1:1 mentoring session. As a delegate of a NNEdPro event, you are also entitled to a 20% discount on the cost of publishing your article in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health. Those attending the NNEdPro Summer School will receive discounted registration to the NNEdPro International Summit on Food, Nutrition and Health. This scientific meeting is a opportunity for candidates attending the NNEdPro Summer School to participate in directly relevant international conference proceedings immediately after completing their course. Is there a discount for group reservations? A discount of 10%, 12% and 15% will be applied for groups of over 3, 6 and 10 respectively. Please contact us to learn more. What is your refund policy? 3. Refunds can only be issued for cancellation requests received up to seven days after the access to the material is given, this will be when the email confirmation with your access details to the NNEdPro Virtual Learning Environment is sent. If you cancel after that, no refunds can be issued. 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Please contact us at info@nnedpro.org.uk or use the enquire button available on this page Previous Years Previous Years 2023 Read More > 2022 Read More > 2021 Read More > 2020 Read More > 2019 Read More > 2018 Read More > 2017 Read More > 2016 Read More > 2015 Read More > Summit Proceedings 2015 – Launch of the International Summit on Medical and Public Health Nutrition Education and Research 2016 – Nutrition education and research for public health impact 2017 - From education and research through to policy and practice 2018 - Connecting nutrition as hard science and international knowledge networks 2019 - Closing the gap: data-based decisions in food, nutrition and health systems 2020 - An Evaluation of Global Knowledge Networks in the UN Decade of Action on Nutrition (2016-2025) 2021 - Advancing research, policy and practice to promote resilient and sustainable food and health systems in the year of action on nutrition 2022 - Empowering global nutrition with digital technology: Proceedings of the 8th annual International Summit on Nutrition and Health 2023 - Sustainable Resourcing for All in Food & Nutrition Security: Creative solutions for healthy & resilient populations – Proceedings of the 9th annual International Summit on Nutrition and Health 2024 - Evaluating the Socio-Economic Impact of the Microenterprise Component of the Mobile Teaching Kitchen Initiative in Kolkata, India Programme The Venue Theme Leaders & Speakers Abstracts World Food Forum Supporters FAQ Previous Years