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Impressions from our Hack for Food, Hack for Good Kaunas edition are out!   Organized by Opendot, in cooperation with Kaunas University of Technology, Kūrybiškumo akceleratorius / VIVITA Lithuania, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, and DesignFriends, our Kaunas Hackathon edition was really special as it followed the theme: by the Kids, for the kids.   During this hackathon, the children aged 10 to 14 from Herojus School developed new concepts and solutions aimed at helping children and their families/caregivers to lead a better lifestyle and eat healthier.   Get a glimpse from our Kaunas edition here and stay tuned for more! #feast2030 #hackthon #impressions

As the year is about to end, it’s time to reflect on our journey in Portugal during the FEAST General Assembly. During this 2-days event, all the FEAST Partners from across Europe came together to exchange ideas, dive deep into the opportunities and challenges of our food systems, and explore ways to create a more sustainable future for all.   Our time in Portugal was more than just discussions—it was about learning, collaborating, and celebrating the power of community. From insightful sessions to moments of shared laughter, every experience reinforced the importance of working together to transform the food system.   Here’s a summary of our trips to Lima and Minho Valley, featuring key takeaways, highlights, and a whole lot of smiles. Watch the insights from our Minho Valley trip: https://lnkd.in/ebqSEUWx Watch the insights from our Lima Valley trip: https://lnkd.in/e9mkGCwk #feast2030 #Meeting #Collaboration #Learnings

Our Hack for Food, Hack for Good – London chapter just stepped further in the progress ladder!   Today Opendot mentors presented the prototypes of the winning ideas from the London Hackathon!   For the winning idea, Cooking Connections, the team has developed a toolkit designed to guide organizations, healthcare professionals, therapists, community centers, caregivers, and volunteers in organizing cooking classes for people with learning disabilities. The toolkit has clear instructions, ad hoc tools and boards, activity plans, impact assessment sheets, and example activities and health recipes.   Another winning idea, NutriNest is an intuitive, practical, and user-friendly physical toolkit that includes kitchen basics, including chopping boards and measuring tools, with clear visual cues. The toolkit also includes delicious and healthy recipes with visual assistance on the ingredients used in each recipe.   Check the recording below from today's session on our YouTube channel! Stay tuned for more updates!   #feast2030 #prototype #toolkit

Hey, LinkedIn family, have you blocked your calendars yet? 📅   Tomorrow, we will all meet at this #public #webinar, where we will learn about the developments of the winning ideas from the London edition of the Hack for Food, Hack for Good #hackathon series!   We look forward to seeing YOU in this #Open and #FREE event! Check out more, below 👇

The past couple of days in Cork was a real eye opener on the art of the possible when committed and forward thinking leaders come together to shape and will better food systems into existence at micro, meso and macro levels :)! Very many thanks to the Corkonian Rockstars who showed me the beauty of Cork's food system - really looking forward to what we can do together in the remaining years of the FEAST project! Go raibh maith agat (I hope I got that right!) Janas Harrington, Denise Cahill, Sandrine Bertin, Maria Young and Margaret Steele :)! #foodsystems #socialjustice #healthierfood #Cork #healthycities

Discover the winning idea of our London Hackathon held early this year!   Organized by Opendot, in collaboration with King's Health Partners, Health Innovation Network South London, and NHS South East London Integrated Care System, the London edition of our Hack for Food, Hack for Good #Hackathon, was designed to support people with learning disabilities and their families/carers to live healthier lifestyles and adopt more nutritious diets.   It’s time to present the prototypes of the two winning ideas and the process that led to their design and implementation:   💡 Cooking Connection - method kit to co-design structured, inclusive, and engaging food activities for impactful learning experiences, and 💡 NutriNest - physical tool kit with inclusive kitchen basics   #JoinUs in our open #webinar presenting the amazing work done by the OpenDot team, young students, and researchers whose contributions brought these ideas to life!   When: Tuesday, 17 December, 10:00 am (CET) Where: On Google Meet : ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ejRKhsb4 PS: No registration required   #feast2030 #prototype #hackathon https://lnkd.in/e9RKKbYE

Hey LinkedIn family, if you haven't reserved your FREE spot yet, here's a gentle reminder to do so!   Meanwhile, if you want a sneak peek at BIAs report, check out this video where Janas and Sara highlight key research findings and achievements, and discuss on what’s coming next: https://lnkd.in/e4w62xPi   The detailed report can be accessed on our Resources page: https://lnkd.in/ebkBgEQX   Register below and join us on this report launch event! 👇

An open INVITATION to our LinkedIn family!   The School of Public Health UCC Food Policy Research Team invites you to the launch of the report on Ireland's first Business Impact Assessment on Obesity and Population-level Nutrition and the Business Impact Assessment on Sustainability.   Conducted under the scope of FEAST, the BIAs provide a valuable snapshot and benchmark of the impact of food companies on the Irish food environment. This event will highlight key findings on industry sectors and companies, as well as an overview of how food manufacturers, fast food companies, and supermarkets impact our food environments.   ❓ When: Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:00 - 17:00 CET ❓ Where: It’s a hybrid event In-Person venue: Dora Allman Room, The Hub, College Road T12 YF78 Cork Ireland Register here for #InPerson participation: https://lnkd.in/ecC79CvD   To register online, click below 👇 Margaret Steele, Sara Dastoum, Susana Campos, Ana Teresa Ferreira Oliveira, Janas Harrington, Stefanie Vandevijvere, Sciensano #feast2030 #launch #analysis

Food is the most basic necessity of life, yet in today’s world, its quality is often compromised! At FEAST, we’re dedicated to restoring the joy of healthy, sustainable, and delicious food to the tables across Europe.   While Thanksgiving is primarily associated with North America, its spirit is rooted in older European traditions—celebrating the end of conflict, safe journeys, and abundant harvests.   Let’s honor those traditions by giving thanks for the blessings of the harvest and the year that’s passed. Here's to coming together over meals that not just nourish us but also keep our planet safe!   #feast2030 #HealthyFood #SustainableDiets

Hey LinkedIn Family!   Have you checked out our Podcast channel yet? If not, now’s the perfect time! 🎧   In our latest podcast series, we had the pleasure of speaking with Carina Bastlund Woollhead from Guldborgsund Kommune, who shared her insights on Food School Sakskøbing—a program dedicated to teaching children about healthy eating choices. We then spoke with Dan Brinckmann, Production Manager at Unity Kitchen Sakskøbing, to know more about the #UnityKitchen itself and his experience at this large-scale kitchen that prepares 2,500 meals daily for elders, hospital patients, local Sakskøbing schools, and individuals with special needs.   Dive deeper into these thought-provoking conversations with experts.   Follow FEAST (@FEAST2030) on Spotify to find such intriguing conversations and tune in today to join the latest conversation 👇 #feast2030 #Podcast #Food #Initiative