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With COP29 well underway, the impact of global food systems on climate is once again in focus. In wealthier regions, food often takes a back seat to lifestyle spending, where convenience and low cost are prioritised over nutrition and sustainability. This brings up an important question: should wealthier societies rethink their spending habits and cultural values around food to better support a nutritious and sustainable future for all?

How do wider cultural changes, such as technology and social media, women’s economic empowerment, demographic shifts, and evolving gender roles redefine women’s identities and reshape how women feel about, think about, and value food?

In March 2024, we hosted our very first Creative Circle event bringing together creative minds to learn from and collaborate with industry experts. Read about how we can craft new and innovative narratives to solve the challenges to healthy and sustainable diets.

Institutions are important because they help situate us in the world. Learn how the Food Culture Alliance wants to work through institutions to shape society’s preferences towards nutritious and sustainable foods. 

As COP28 takes place in Dubai, we’re excited to see an increased focus on the role food systems play in tackling the climate crisis. The Food Culture Alliance aims to secure culture a seat at the table.

To celebrate the public launch of the Food Culture Alliance, Eva Monterrosa shares the journey the Alliance has been on and how we plan to achieve our ambitious vision.