Spotlight on Collaboration
The workshop featured an inspiring keynote from Professor Paula Varela, emphasizing the critical role of food literacy in empowering children as active participants in food systems. Representatives from the European Commission's agriculture department shared insights on the EU School Scheme, a program supporting fresh, nutritious food in schools.
Key Takeaways for food educators
The workshop sparked fruitful discussions on how to adapt, centralize, and communicate food education resources. Key insights included:
- Adapting resources to diverse audiences through cultural relevance and accessibility.
- Centralizing educational materials to prevent duplication and enhance usability.
- Building diverse partnerships, from farmers to policymakers, for a holistic approach.
- Targeting communication to students, teachers, and families via schools and social media.
- Sustaining projects through strategic funding and reciprocal stakeholder relationships.
For more details and a repository of the participating projects, please read the article on the European Commission's website
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