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Professor Pauline Douglas Ulster, Northern Ireland NNEdPro Vice-Chair, Chief Educationist and Operations Director p.douglas@nnedpro.org.uk BSc Dietetics, PgCHEP, MBA, MIHM, FCREATE, FIANE, FHEA, FBDA, RD Pauline has over 30 years of clinical and academic experience in dietetics. Her main teaching disciplines in the Nutrition Innovation Centre for Food and Health at Ulster University are in Professional Practice for dietetic students and dietetic practice educators and Nutrition Education of healthcare professionals. She has been the Key Contact for Ulster University in the European funded “Dietitians Improving the Education and Training Standards (DIETS) project” and was a member of the Exploitation work package. Pauline is a previous Honorary Chairman of the British Dietetic Association (BDA). She was elected to Fellowship of the BDA for her professional achievements in 2010. She is a partner with the Health and Care Professions Council, the statutory regulator for Allied Health Professions in the UK. Pauline works closely with Ray et al across the domains of NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health and she is an elected Visiting Scholar/College Research Associate at Wolfson College, University of Cambridge. She is Visiting Professor of Leadership in Higher Education and Honorary International Co-dean and International course director in leadership and management as conferred by the Lord Rana Foundation Charitable Trust at its constituent colleges. She is a member of the Executive Committee of the European Federation of the Associations of Dietitians (EFAD). She has led and been an integral part of the European Healthy Hydration Awareness Campaign on behalf of EFAD over the past 8 years.

< Our Work page Independent Research  Organisation [Nutrition Research and Innovation Consortium] key scientific research outputs to date See Papers Vascular Platform, Human Intervention studies Unit, Ulster University Read more MRC EWL Nutrition and Vascular Studies 2010-2018 Read more Our Independent Research organisation is built from a consortium of specialist skillsets bringing together studies on food, nutrition and health from clinical, biomedical and public health sciences to interdisciplinary, educational and social sciences straddling cross-cutting exposure and outcome-based themes: BMJ Nutrition Prevention and Health Journal Nutrition and COVID-19 Taskforce with Microsites NRIC Collaborative Projects Data Science and Evidence Synthesis Hub Nutrition and Vascular / Cardiometabolic Studies (‘NVS and NCD Data Science’) Dietary and Nutritional Assessment Studies  Human Interventions and Observational Studies Hub Nutrition and Vascular Cardiometabolic Studies (‘NVS and NCD Trials’) Community Education and Development Studies Professional Education Studies Hub Healthcare Nutrition Education Studies (‘NEPHELP’) Interdisciplinary Nutrition Education Studies  TIGR2ESS and Global Challenges Projects Key research themes include cardiovascular, metabolic and non-communicable disease prevention and management, innovation in nutrition education interventions at clinical and community levels, as well as nutrition equity and resilience to global challenges such as pandemic preparedness and food insecurity. Since 2020, the NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health has expanded its Nutrition Research and Innovation Consortium (NRIC) to form methodological hubs such as a centre of excellence for Data Science and Evidence Synthesis. Going forward the combined strengths from dedicated research hubs will seek to address further unanswered questions around Nutrition and Disease Prevention as well as Healthcare Interventions, connecting the cutting edge of science to evidence-informed professional education and practice. Aim To undertake primary nutrition research through basic science, human interventions, population studies and evidence syntheses to inform health policy and practice. BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health Journal At our 10th anniversary in 2015, we co-founded the dedicated British Medical Journal and Publication known as BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health, which has become a leading Journal in the field, creating and curating several special collections in areas emerging evidence which received input not only from our research but from researchers and studies conducted while. This journal has a high number of press releases associated with scientific applications and the role of science communications relating to the further dissemination of knowledge for BMJ NPH publications on a regular basis. Nutrition and COVID-19 Taskforce with Microsites (PAUSED) The expertise of the NNEdPro team spans nutrition research, clinical practice and public health, we are well-positioned in the international effort to improve human health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, we have collated data and resources  that are most relevant to current knowledge and practice relating to COVID-19, specifically in its relation to nutrition, on our dedicated microsites . NRIC Collaborative Projects Undertaking primary nutrition research through basic science, human interventions, population studies and evidence syntheses to inform health policy and practice. Working across one or more NRIC partner institutions along with additional collaborating organisations. Learn more here. Data Science and Evidence Synthesis Hub One stream of the NNEdPro Data Science & Evidence Synthesis Hub aims to harness the power of data sharing and research partnerships to support more timely and effective CVD risk identification and prevention. Aligned with NNEdPro mission to deliver education and empower professionals and policy makers, we also aim to further develop data literacy and capacity for action among relevant stakeholders in the public and private health systems. Nutrition and Vascular / Cardiometabolic Studies (‘NVS and NCD Data Science’) This core workstream comprises data science and synthesis through the interrogation of published as well as unpublished open access data sets to answer key questions related to Nutrition and Vascular/ Cardiometabolic Risk in both at-risk and diseased populations. Dietary and Nutritional Assessment Studies  The dietary and nutritional assessment studies workstream within the data science hub uses tools from normative diet and nutrition surveillance data which are openly available as well as population specific data sets which can generate detailed insights into dietary patterns as well as nutritional status for the purpose of measurement relating to observational and intervention studies. Human Interventions and Observational Studies Hub Nutrition and Vascular/Cardio-Metabolic Studies (NVS) and Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Group To produce cutting-edge research to support the achievement of the Global Development Goal to reduce by one-third premature mortality from chronic diseases by 2030, including Cardiovascular disease and related metabolic disorders. Learn more here and here . Community Education and Development Studies "TIGR2ESS“ & Global Challenges (UK-LMICs) This work stream has built on the TIGR2ESS  model which focuses on education, empowerment and entrepreneurship leading to improved human nutrition, health, and wellbeing. This model has been lateralized for Community Education interventions to develop resilience, wellbeing and health in multiple communities in different geographical settings. Professional Education Studies Hub Nutrition Education Policy for Healthcare Practice (NEPHELP) Initiative A workforce empowered to identify and treat malnutrition is essential. However, NNEdPro research has identified nutrition as a common knowledge gap amongst doctors and other healthcare workers. To address this, the NNEdPro team, through the Nutrition Education Policy in Healthcare Practice (NEPHELP)  project, have created materials to educate junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals on the fundamentals of nutrition. To train medical, nursing, and allied healthcare professionals about the following: The common problems with nutrition care in hospitals, the community and the transfer of nutrition care between the two; The use of appropriate screening tools to detect malnutrition and nutritional risks; The basics of first-line nutrition interventions and how to translate this to patient care; The assessment, diagnosis and management of nutritional deficiencies; Appropriate onward referral and communication with nutrition specialist services. Interdisciplinary Nutrition Education Studies  We develop, deliver and evaluate the impact of nutrition education to interdisciplinary audiences using similar pedagogical and research models to our health care related nutrition education. However, in this work stream we look at a broader set of competencies and outcomes which range from resilience to health. TIGR2ESS and Global Challenges Projects From 2017 to 2022, NNEdPro, in conjunction with the University of Cambridge, received support from the UK Global Research Challenges Fund in order to undertake the TIGR2ESS programme with work across India. In addition, NNEdPro has received support from 2017 to 2023 from ESRC to undertake related social development projects in India. Linked with these initiatives, NNEdPro has also received support from the Global Research Translation Award (UKRI) as well as the University of East Anglia from 2021 to 2023 to undertake further global challenges work, particularly in tribal areas of India. Finally, NNEdPro has had an advisory role in the global challenges research funding supported program on the safe border in Latin America (Mexico, Colombia, Brazil) led by Ulster University. All of our research hubs and the expertise within them have been utilised for other global challenges related to research questions emerging from across regions. Anchor 1 Key partnerships with academic institutions and specialist organisations relating to research and innovation are highlighted below – for a full list of strategic partnerships, please visit our Partners page . academic institutions From January 2019, our former research undertaken at the MRC Elsie Widdowson Laboratory in Cambridge has moved to Ulster University to form the NNEdPro-NICHE Global Nutrition, Health and Disease (GNHD) Programme. The strategic direction of the NNEdPro NRIC is co-led with GNHD and Ulster University. Read more NNEdPro @ Ulster University School of Biomedical Sciences and Global Nutrition, Health and Disease in the Nutrition Innovation Centre for Food and Health Evidence Synthesis, Human Intervention Studies & Biomedical Sciences From October 2017 to December 2022 our Interdisciplinary Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) supported work is undertaken with its main base in Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Cambridge. Read more NNEdPro @ University of Cambridge Schools of Arts, Humanities, Social and Biological Sciences Evidence Synthesis & Education Studies | Interdisciplinary Studies & Social Sciences NNEdPro @ Imperial College London School of Public Health Epidemiological Studies & Population Health Sciences NNEdPro @ University of Parma School of Advanced Studies in Food Sciences and Nutrition Preclinical Studies & Food Sciences SPECIALIST ORGANISATIONS From May 2019 the Swiss Re Institute has been supporting NRIC and in particular its Nutrition and Vascular/Cardiometabolic Studies as well as Data Science Projects. Read more NNEdPro @ Swiss Re Institute Evidence Synthesis, Data Science & Knowledge Exchange NNEdPro @ Laboratory of the Government Chemist (LGC) Specialist Measurements & Knowledge Exchange Read more NNEdPro @ BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health (BMJ NPH) Special Collections NNEdPro @ the Education and Research in Medical Nutrition Network (ERimNN) Medical Healthcare and Community Education Studies NNEdPro @ The Orient Innovation Lab Research Institute in Cambridge Nutrition Education and Public Health Action Research opportunities We are always looking for interested individuals or organisations who share our research interests! If you would like to collaborate on a specific research project, please do contact us. We also provide ample opportunities to students, interns or scholars who wish to undertake a research project including both undergraduate and postgraduate dissertation projects. If you are interested please contact us.

WHAT IS ON For photos and videos, check out our gallery NNEdPro in the UK - September 2023 NNEdPro 15-Year Impact Report Launch 1 2th September WHOCC at Imperial College Mobile Teaching Kitchen International Initiative Event 13th September Fitzwilliam College at the University of Cambridge CREATE Global E-Academy Launch Event 15th September St John’s Innovation Centre in Cambridge Annual NNEdPro-NICHE Symposium 19th September Ulster University Mobile Teaching Kitchen International Initiative Workshop 21st September The Rowett Institute at the University of Aberdeen MTK Taste Testing Session 22nd September in Dundee Photos NNEdPro in the USA - July 2023 SNEB Conference 20th to 23rd July Workshop: Application of the Mobile Teaching Kitchen as an Innovation to Tackle Food Insecurity in the US and Internationally Culinary Experience Events 22nd July Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill 27th and 29th July BCCC, Brooklyn, NYC Photos Archive 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2022 2022 NNEdPro in India – September 2022 Exploratory Workshop on Climate Change and Heat Resilience in Food and Health Systems 3rd September More info Impacts of Climate Change on Rural and Urban Food Security, Health and Livelihoods: An Exploratory Workshop 9th September More info June 2022 Preconception Nutrition: Breaking the Cycle of Deprivation Conference at the Royal Society of Medicine 8th June More info 7th NNEdPro Foundation Certificate and Summer School in Applied Human Nutrition – May 2022 Live Virtual Sessions in May 2022 The 2022 edition of the Summer School was co-organised with the School of Advanced Studies on Food and Nutrition of the University of Parma, Italy, and was delivered by a contingent of internationally recognised lecturers for the occasion. More info NNEdPro in the USA – July 2022 SNEB Conference – MTK Award 29th to 31st July More info The 8th International Summit on Nutrition and Health – July 2022 Event organised by NNEdPro and IANE in partnership with BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health. The NNEdPro International Summit on Nutrition and Health is a leading annual scientific meeting. The theme of this year’s summit is Empowering Global Nutrition with Digital Technology. Professionals, educators, students and researchers from all over the globe connect to discuss relevant issues pertaining to food, nutrition and public health and to explore innovative propositions to complex challenges. More info NNEdPro in India – March 2022 Summative Workshop for the Mobile Teaching Kitchen Initiative, TIGR2ESS Flagship Project-6 and the NNEdPro India (& South Asia) Regional Network 19th March Conference at Panjab University 24th and 25th March 2021 2021 NNEdPro Online - July 2021 The 7th International Summit on Nutrition and Health Online Event Learn more about the 2021 Summit Virtual Roundtable on SDG 2 – ‘Zero Hunger' Online Event FAO 24h Global Marathon for Sustainability - April 2021 Online Event Learn more about the event NNEdPro Online - June 2021 Regional Network Meetings Online Events Learn more about our Regional Networks NNEdPro Online - May 2021 6th NNEdPro Summer School in Applied Human Nutrition Online Event Learn more about the Summer School NNEdPro Online - March 2021 iKANN Round Table Online Event Learn more about iKANN Cambridge Festival - Mobile Teaching Kitchens: A community-led food revolution in India Launch of the Mobile Teaching Kitchen Cookbook Online Event Learn more about the Cookbook 2020 events 2020 NNEdPro Online - November 2020 3rd ERimNN Brighton Showcase: Nutrition and COVID-19 Joint annual meeting of the NNEdPro UK and Ireland Regional Network and the Nutrition Implementation Coalition. Online Event Learn more about The UK Coalition Food, nutrition and health in medical education - March 2020 First Nutritank Conference Royal Society of Medicine Check out the page NNEdPro Mexico Regional Network Launch - February 2020 Mexico City, Mexico Check out the full programme NNEdPro Swiss Regional Network Launch - February 2020 10th February - The Ambassador Hotel, Geneva, Switzerland Check out the programme l check out the photos NNEdPro Online - September 2020 5th NNEdPro Summer School in Applied Human Nutrition Online Event Learn more about the Summer School 6th International Summit on Medical Nutrition Education and Research Online Event Learn more about the 2020 Summit Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine Webinar - March 2020 Cardiovascular disease prevention: What the nutritional science shows us. An outline for practitioners on food, nutrition, and health. Check out the slides NNEdPro Italy Regional Network Launch - February 2020 14th February - Parma, Italy Check out the programme NNEdPro in India - January/February 2020 Activities in India as part of the annual meetings in our NNEdPro India Regional Network. Check out the full programme 2019 events 2019 The Optimal Nutritional Care Conference 2019 19th November - Cancer Research UK, Cambridge Institute More info NNEdPro Australia and New Zealand Network Regional Meeting - December 2019 2nd December - NeW Space, The University of Newcastle Check out the photos Feed for Health – The Nutrition Education Policy for Healthcare Practice Training Package (NEPHELP) - October 2019 12th October - Lafferty Lecture Theatre, Basildon University Hospital, Nether Mayne, Basildon SS16 5NL, UK NNEdPro in India - August 2019 NNEdPro Global Centre, Cordia Group and TIGR2ESS (Cambridge University) Joint Workshop on Rural/Agricultural Adaptation of the Mobile Teaching Kitchen Model 25-26th August, Sanghol, Punjab Check out the programme First Joint Workshop of ‘Bhavishya Shakti’ Project (Kolkata) & the TIGR2ESS Programme Flagship Project-6 (Cambridge University): Mobile Teaching Kitchens as a tool for Education on Food and Nutrition for Empowerment and Entrepreneurship 29-30th August, Kolkata Check out the programme 5th International Summit on Medical Nutrition Education and Research Thursday 11th July 2019, Cambridge The International NNEdPro Summit on Medical & Public Health Nutrition Education & Research is a leading annual international scientific meeting in nutrition research and scientific dialogue attracting delegates who are key opinion leaders in the field from all over the globe. The Summit will be held in close partnership with the official NNEdPro journal: BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health. Click here for more information about the Summit. The Confluence - A Planet in Transition - November 2019 23rd November - Chesterton Community College Check out photos and videos NNEdPro UK & Ireland Regional Network Launch Event - November 2019 6h November, Brighton & Sussex Medical School Check out the agenda l Check out the programme check out the photos NNEdPro in the USA - July 2019 NNEdPro Reception + USA Network Launch Sunday 28th July, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Orlando, US Check out the flyer NNEdPro in England - July 2019 NNEdPro Summer School in Applied Human Nutrition Friday 5th - Tuesday 9th July 2019, University of Cambridge The 2019 edition of the NNEdPro Summer School in Applied Human Nutrition was co-organised with the School of Advanced Studies on Food and Nutrition of the University of Parma, Italy, and will have a contingent of internationally recognised lecturers in Cambridge for the occasion. The Summer School was intended for individuals interested in nutrition and its health-applications and was also open to undergraduate students and other adult learners. Candidates were selected on the basis of their previous experience and overall suitability for the programme. Check out more NNEdPro in Switzerland - June 2019 Workshop for WHO Headquarters Interns Thursday 27th June, WHO Hearquarters Geneva, Switzerland Nutrition continues to be a central health, economic and sustainable development challenge for every region on the planet. If executed thoughtfully, catalysing the efforts, resources and voice of the vast nutrition community, the UN Decade of Action on Nutrition (2016-2025) has the potential to propagate a society-wide movement, leading to national policy change and ultimately to the end of all forms of malnutrition. The Need for Nutrition Education/Innovation Programme (NNEdPro) Global Centre for Nutrition and Health, in collaboration with the WHO Department of Nutrition and Development, is hosting the workshop Bringing Nutrition into Health Systems: From Global Training Architecture to Local Implementation Models. Check out the agenda l See the flyer NNEdPro in Brazil - May 2019 Bett Educar Brazil Transamerica Expo Center São Paulo, 14th to 17th May Learn more Official Network Launch FIA Business School, 18th May - 9am Check out the photos NNEdPro in Scotland - March 2019 NNEdPro NEPHelP Workshop at the International Forum on Quality & Safety in Healthcare - ‘Food, fluid and nutritional care as key drivers to improve healthcare outcomes: The Nutrition Education policy for Healthcare Practice Training Package’ Wednesday 27th March 2019, 09:00am – 12:30pm Glasgow SEC, Scotland We face a complex healthcare challenge from under-nutrition, over-nutrition and micronutrient deficiencies alongside inadequate hydration. Individuals experience one or more of these problems during their life course and these can complicate illnesses, lengthen hospital stay and worsen clinical outcomes. We seek to create awareness around nutrition screening and assessment for rapid management of malnutrition in healthcare. Full programme l Check out the photos NNEdPro in India - February 2019 Friday 22nd February (Kolkata) 5 Year NNEdPro India Symposium with presentation of results from the urban slums mobile teaching kitchen project The symposium will showcase results and lessons learnt from the urban slums mobile teaching kitchen project and five a taster of a Teaching Kitchen train-the-trainers workshop, with a purpose of defining the next steps Sunday 24th February (Delhi) BMJ India & NNEdPro Masterclass in Nutrition Tuesday 26th February (Sanghol, Punjab) Launch of the mobile teaching kitchen model in the rural agricultural setting Check out the photos Congress of the International Nutrigenetics & Nutrigenomics Friday 12th-13th July 2019, Cambridge The NNEdPro Global Centre in Cambridge also hosted the 13th Annual Congress of the International Society for Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics (ISNN) on 12th – 13th July 2019. It is the purpose of the ISNN Congress to increase the understanding of the role of genetic variation and individual dietary response, and the role of nutrients in gene expression. Main themes of the lectures will be nutrigenetics of food intake and genetic variants that control the interaction of the gut microbiome with bioactive food compounds. There will be an abstract competition for best contributions focused on these main themes. An intensive half-day training course for health care providers interested in using genetic information in their practice will be held on the 13th July. The Congress will be convened in conjunction with the University of Parma and its School of Advanced Studies in Food Sciences and Nutrition, a NNEdPro key strategic partner. NNEdPro in Northern Ireland - June 2019 Official opening of Nutrition and Vascular Studies Platform at NICHE Friday 21st June, Ulster University We are delighted that the state-of-the-art Nutrition and Vascular Studies platform, previously established and housed within the Medical Research Council’s Elsie Widdowson Laboratory in Cambridge, and managed in partnership with the NNEdPro Global Centre for Nutrition and Health, has now been transferred to the Human Intervention Studies Unit at the Nutrition Innovation Centre for Food and Health (NICHE), Ulster University with effect from January 2019. Check out the programme l Read an overview l Check out the photos NNEdPro in England - May 2019 Feed For Health – The Nutrition Education Policy For Healthcare Practice Training Package (NEPHELP) Facilitating The Provision Of Nutrition Education, Focussing On The Hospital Setting The International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare Brighton, UK Wednesday 1st May 2019 NNEdPro in England - March 2019 New Headquarters in Cambridge Officially opened on 13th March at St John's Innovation Centre in Cambridge. Check out the photos 2018 events 2018 NNEdPro in Australia - November 2018 3rd NNEdPro Australia & New Zealand Symposium: Improving Nutrition through th e Education of Health Professions Tuesday 27th November 2018, 9.30am – 12.30pm NHMRC building Level 1, 16 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra, Australia The NNEdPro-ANZ Symposium aimed to share experiences and ideas in improving nutrition education in health profession education. The event was ideal for educators involved with teaching nutrition at Universities in particular to those teaching health professionals. This event was supported by the Nutrition Society of Australia & BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health.

< Our Work page forum for democratising food & nutrition: A Knowledge & Advocacy Initiative Forum managed by Lead Supporter 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. 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. 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. 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. PLEASE Support Our Vision to Democratise and Decolonise Food and Nutrition Donate now Impact of summit 2024 & key outputs: Laying the Foundation for lasting change Key Outputs 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 2025, which will be published during the Nutrition for Growth Summit 2025 in Paris. This recognition highlights NNEdPro’s longstanding commitment to engaging with key stakeholders in the UN Decade of Action on Nutrition (2016–2025) and driving tangible actions toward the 2030 global nutrition goals. Being featured in this report is a significant achievement, reinforcing our dedication to ending malnutrition in all its forms and advancing evidence-based change in global nutrition. Pre-Summit & Summit Proceedings Documenting foundational discussions and insights. Research Repository A platform for researchers to contribute and publish impactful work. Summit Blog Series & Special Issues in CABI Showcasing learnings across Clinical and Public Health Nutrition, Indigenous Food Systems, and more. 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 BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health Publishing research to shape global discourse. Annual Symposium for Impact Review Tracking progress and sustaining the movement. From knowledge to action—driving systemic change in food and nutrition worldwide. Timeline for Launch March to July 2025 PLANNING & PREPARATION PHASE ONE: Finalise strategic partnerships Develop the digital platform Structure knowledge resources implementation & First impact PHASE two: August to december 2025 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 Global 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 INTERESTED? CONTACT US 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. 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. 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. Support the Mobile Teaching Kitchen: Contribute to our Crowdfunding Campaign. what we aim to do Digital 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 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. core contributors from the nnedpro global institute Leadership Prof Sumantra Ray | Co-chair Prof Pauline Douglas | Co-chair Dr Jenneffer Braga | Educational Development Matheus Abrantes | Finance Dr Ramya Rajaram | Strategic & Scientific Coordinator Roshni Kumar | Scientific Development Saeeda Ahmed | Sustainable Development Dr Sammyia Ashraf | Strategic Development Sucheta Mitra | Partnerships Operations Francesco Giurdanella | Administrative Lead Sarah Anderson | Digital Lead Sarah Armes | R&D Lead Ankita Ghosh Asim Kumar Manna Debashis Chakraborty Halima Jama Harmanpreet Kaur Wanja Nyaga Visiting Academic Associates Prof Clare Wall | Professor of Nutrition Jaroslav Guzanic | Culinary Nutrition Educator Jorgen Johnsen | Public Health Nutritionist Kai Kargbo | Public Health Researcher Dr Kathy Martyn | Principal Lecturer in Nutrition Manelle Ramadan | Public Health Nutritionist Dr Marjorie Lima do Vale | Lecturer of Nutrition Prof Martin Kohlmeier | Professor of Nutrition Prof Mei Yen Chan | Professor of Nutrition Dr Sofia Cavelleri | Nutritional Ethnobotanist Veronica Flores Bello | Culinary Nutrition Educator Representative from WHO Collaborating Centre on Public Health Training & Education (Imperial College London) Celine Tabche Supporters Over 2025 the contributions of NNEdPro-IANE members are playing a vital role in shaping the Forum for Democratising Food & Nutrition and driving meaningful change in the world of food, nutrition, and health. Their names are listed below in recognition of their support: Alan Flanagan Breanna Lepre Celia Laur Clare Wall Claudia Hernandez Rodriguez Dan Del Rio Daniela Martini Dionysia Lyra Dominic Crocombe Federica Amati Francesco Giurdanella Giuseppe Grosso Giuseppe Monaco Halima Jama Helena Trigueiro Ingrid Fromm James Bradfield Jaroslav Guzanic Jenneffer Braga Jodie Webber Jorgen Johnsen Kannan Raman Kathy Martyn Lisa Sharkey Luke Buckner Marjorie Lima do Vale Martin Kohlmeier Matheus Abrantes Mei Yen Chan Mercedes Zorrilla Tejeda Minha Rajput-Ray Mohamad Farshad Aslam Pauline Douglas Rajna Golubic Ramya Rajaram Rauf Khalid Ravi Mohan Lal Samyyia Ashraf Sarah Anderson Sarah Armes Shane McAuliffe Shivani Bhat Sucheta Mitra Sumantra Ray Suzanne Piscopo Tim Eden Verónica Flores Bello Wanja Nyaga Your donation to our crowdfunding campaign helps drive lasting change in global food and nutrition. 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Nutrition Education Policy in Healthcare Practice (NEPHELP) < Back Reporter Name Our Work Category Matheus Abrantes Education and Training Centre SUMMARY NEPHELP aims to improve nutrition training for doctors by developing, testing, and implementing nutrition education resources in hospitals and community settings. The project involves presenting core nutrition materials to doctors and other healthcare professionals, collecting their feedback, and tailoring the material and delivery to best fit their needs. NNEdPro uses the findings from this project to advocate for greater nutrition in mandatory healthcare curricula. BACKGROUND Nutrition training in UK medical schools is limited. Despite the fact that most doctors and medical students agree on the importance of nutrition in health and the role of doctors in promoting nutrition, studies have found that most doctors feel that their nutrition training is inadequate. As such, many doctors do not feel confident in giving nutrition advice to their patients. This lack of robust nutrition education for doctors contributes to poorer patient health outcomes. Aims - To empower doctors with greater nutrition training to become champions of nutrition in their local team. - To improve patient care and reduce the pressure of inappropriate or unsupported referrals to dietitians. - To advocate for adequate levels of nutrition education in medical school and doctor’s training. - To increase the focus on nutrition and lifestyle change to prevent and treat disease, supported by a trained healthcare workforce, working seamlessly between hospitals and the community. Outcomes - Publication of a peer-reviewed paper following a survey of junior doctor’s and medical student’s opinions of nutrition training and confidence levels. - Developed a core nutrition workshop for medical professionals and delivered this training across England. - Adapted the core nutrition workshop for an online virtual learning environment, directed at primary care doctors (GPs). Timeline 2018: NEPHELP is developed through an MNI-ESPEN funded grant 2018-2019: NEPHELP team surveys junior doctors and medical students for their opinions on nutrition training and confidence levels. A peer-reviewed paper is published in the BMJ. 2019-2020: A core nutrition workshop for medical professionals is developed and delivered across England. 2020: The nutrition workshop is adapted for an online virtual learning environment. Present: Feedback on the nutrition workshop is being collected from primary care doctors (GPS). Project Team Sumantra Ray (Principal Investigator), Kathy Martyn (Principal Investigator), Luke Buckner (Deputy Principal Investigator), Elaine MacAninch (Deputy Principal Investigator), Breanna Lepre (Project Coordination Lead), Ebiambu Agwara (Project Coordination Lead), Wanja Nyaga (Project Coordination Lead), Matheus Abrantes (Project Coordination Lead), Pauline Douglas (Key Advisor), Minha Rajput-Ray (Key Advisor), Shivani Bhat (Key Advisor), Halima Jama (Key Advisor). Outputs and Documents - Infographic: Time for Nutrition in Medical Education - Paper: Time for Nutrition in Medical Education - CN Article: Accelerating Nutrition Capacity Building for UK Doctors and Health Professionals - Webinar: Nutrition in the treatment and rehabilitation of COVID-19 - AIM Foundation Concept note - Poster: Leading Change in Nutrition Education and Training - Blog: A 13-year journey towards implementing improved medical nutrition education in the UK and beyond Previous Next

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CLINICAL TOOLKIT REFERENCES Background and Context This Clinical Toolkit was developed through a collaboration between the NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health and HEIGHTS, aiming to support and strengthen nutritional practices among healthcare professionals (HCPs). The toolkit highlights key nutrients of concern within the UK context, identified through public health data, including the National Diet and Nutrition Survey (NDNS), such as iron, vitamin D, vitamin B9 (folate), vitamin B12, and iodine. Additional nutrients, including riboflavin (vitamin B2), magnesium, vitamin A, and probiotics, were included based on findings from NNEdPro’s Nutrition and Supplementation Survey. This survey explored HCPs' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours related to dietary supplementation. Survey insights directly informed the toolkit’s development, helping ensure it addresses practical needs and supports the evidence-based use of nutrition and supplementation in clinical care. Please navigate the menu below to access the list of references. Vitamin B2 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin A Vitamin D Iron Magnesium Probiotics VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN) National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. (2022) Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) – Health Professional Fact Sheet. Available at: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Riboflavin-HealthProfessional/ (Accessed: 16 June 2025). Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. (n.d.) Riboflavin (Vitamin B2). The Nutrition Source. Available at: https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/riboflavin-vitamin-b2/ (Accessed: 16 June 2025). Mahabadi, N., Bhusal, A. and Banks, S.W. (2023) Riboflavin deficiency. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555943/ (Accessed: 16 June 2025). Aragão, M. Â., Pires, L., Santos Buelga, C., Barros, L. and Calhelha, R. C. (2024) ‘Revitalising Riboflavin: Unveiling Its Timeless Significance in Human Physiology and Health’, Foods, 13(14), Article 2255. https://doi.org/10.3390/foods13142255 . Buzatu, R., Luca, M.M. and Bumbu, B.A. (2025) ‘The role of vitamin B complex in periodontal disease: A systematic review examining supplementation outcomes, age differences in children and adults, and aesthetic changes’, Nutrients, 17(7), p.1166. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17071166 . Duffy, B., McNulty, H., Ward, M. and Pentieva, K. (2024) ‘Anaemia during pregnancy: Could riboflavin deficiency be implicated?’, Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, pp. 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0029665124007468 . Marashly, E.T. and Bohlega, S.A. (2017) ‘Riboflavin has neuroprotective potential: Focus on Parkinson’s disease and migraine’, Frontiers in Neurology, 8, Article 333. https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2017.00333 . Dricot, C.E.M.K. et al. 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Available at: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Folate-HealthProfessional/ (Accessed: 15 June 2025). Seyoum Tola, F. (2024) ‘The concept of folic acid supplementation and its role in prevention of neural tube defect among pregnant women: PRISMA’, Medicine, 103(19), e38154. https://doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000038154 Kaye, A.D., Jeha, G.M., Pham, A.D., Fuller, M.C., Lerner, Z.I., Sibley, G.T., Cornett, E.M., Urits, I., Viswanath, O. and Kevil, C.G. (2020) ‘Folic acid supplementation in patients with elevated homocysteine levels’, Advances in Therapy, 37(10), pp. 4149–4164. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12325-020-01474-z Li, Y., Huang, T., Zheng, Y., Muka, T., Troup, J. and Hu, F.B. (2016) ‘Folic acid supplementation and the risk of cardiovascular diseases: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials’, Journal of the American Heart Association, 5(4), e003768. https://doi.org/10.1161/JAHA.116.003768 Buzatu, R., Luca, M.M. and Bumbu, B.A. (2025) ‘The role of vitamin B complex in periodontal disease: A systematic review examining supplementation outcomes, age differences in children and adults, and aesthetic changes’, Nutrients, 17(7), p. 1166. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17071166 Download Toolkit Folate VITAMIN B12 (COBALAMIN) National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. (2023) Vitamin B12 – Health Professional Fact Sheet. Available at: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional/ (Accessed: 17 June 2025). NMI Health. (n.d.) Vitamin B12: A review of clinical use and efficacy. Available at: https://www.nmi.health/vitamin-b12-a-review-of-clinical-use-and-efficacy/ (Accessed: 18 June 2025). NICE (2025) Prevalence of B12 and folate deficiency anaemia, NICE Clinical Knowledge Summaries. Available at: https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/anaemia-b12-folate-deficiency/background-information/prevalence/ (Accessed 14 Jun. 2025). O’Leary, F. and Samman, S. (2010) ‘Vitamin B12 in health and disease’, Nutrients, 2(3), pp. 299–316. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu2030299 Buzatu, R., Luca, M.M. and Bumbu, B.A. (2025) ‘The role of vitamin B complex in periodontal disease: A systematic review examining supplementation outcomes, age differences in children and adults, and aesthetic changes’, Nutrients, 17(7), p. 1166. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17071166 National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). (2024) Vitamin B₁₂ deficiency in over 16s: Diagnosis and management (NICE guideline NG239). Available at: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng239 (Accessed: 16 June 2025). Fernandes, S., Oliveira, L., Pereira, A., Costa, M.C., Raposo, A., Saraiva, A. and Magalhães, B. (2024) ‘Exploring vitamin B12 supplementation in the vegan population: a scoping review of the evidence’, Nutrients, 16(10), p. 1442. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16101442 Niklewicz, A., Smith, A.D., Smith, A. et al. (2023) ‘The importance of vitamin B₁₂ for individuals choosing plant-based diets’, European Journal of Nutrition, 62(3), pp. 1551–1559. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00394-022-03025-4 Download Toolkit Vitamin B12 VITAMIN A Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health. (2025) Vitamin A and carotenoids – Health Professional Fact Sheet. Available at: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminA-HealthProfessional/ (Accessed: 17 June 2025). Office for Health Improvement and Disparities. (2021) Vitamin A: Migrant health guide. Available at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/vitamin-a-deficiency-migrant-health-guide (Accessed: 17 June 2025). Menezes, M.S.S. and Almeida, C.M.M. 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< Our Work page Advisory Services  [Implementation Research and Consulting in Nutrition] From 2025, NNEdPro advisory services are contracted through ray advisory services Advisory Services are offered to external organisations, ranging from local, national and government bodies to academic and corporate organisations, facilitating them to undertake research, implementation and training and offering consultation related to nutrition. We design and conduct education and implementation programmes for individuals or organisations. For example, if a medical or healthcare education provider wishes to incorporate nutrition in their curriculum, we provide direction on the course content as well as strategies for delivery and evaluation of impact. On the other hand, if an organisation wishes to strengthen nutrition-related knowledge and skills within their operations, we can drive implementation and change management in this area. We also work across the interdisciplinary domains underpinning food, nutrition and health. Impact evaluation comprises another area of strength within our advisory toolkit. Aim To seek implementation strategies for the embedding of good nutrition practices into education as well as food and health systems across sectors through action-orientated research and solution-focused consulting. key Implementation research outputs to date See Papers Our Consultancy Booklet Virtual Core, Memberships by Invitation & Partnerships The International Virtual Core is the central steering and delivery group of the NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health. The Virtual Core provides key input to all our projects and initiatives alongside the panels and committees that provide strategic oversight and governance across all our activities. A sub-group of the Virtual Core forms the ‘Projects, Operations and Strategy Team’ (POST) which is more regularly involved in driving forward all projects and initiatives. The Directors are also members of the Virtual Core. UK Nutrition Implementation Coalition The UK & Ireland Network hosts ‘The Nutrition Implementation Coalition ', a strategic alliance between NNEdPro, ERimNN, Nutritank and Culinary Medicine UK with a collective vision to improve nutrition education for health care professionals. In turn, this will improve the care provided and hold benefits for population health. Aims: Expand dialogue around the role of nutrition in health for patient benefit; Increase representation of nutrition competencies in health professionals’ curricula; Design and implement nutrition education resources for health professionals and students; To support the implementation and evaluation of nutrition education and healthcare nutrition practices; Engage with stakeholders and regulatory bodies to ensure nutrition competencies are assessed. IRCN External Projects IRCN builds on several years of action-orientated research experience and advocacy. Through our consulting services and action-orientated research, we design and conduct education and implementation programmes for individuals or organisations. The aim is to seek implementation strategies for the embedding of good nutrition practices into education as well as food and health systems across sectors through action-orientated research and solution-focused consulting. CURRENT ACTIVITIES Performing arts-based charity fundraising events such as our "Indian Summer"(2016) “, Spices of South Asia” (2017), and “The Confluence" (2019-ongoing) events to support our urban slum-dwellers teaching kitchen project in India. Elsevier Essentials of Medical Nutrition Textbook Project and associated training. Power of Nutrition Training Project. past activities Diverse Nutrition Association Project NELICO (Nutrition Education and Leadership for Improved Clinical/Public Health Outcomes) India - 2015-19 GODAN-NNEdPro Strategic Partnership on Agriculture and Nutrition in Developing Countries - 2017-19 Urban Slumdwellers Teaching Kitchens Project Phases 1 and 2 - 2017-20 RCUK Global Challenges TIGR2ESS Programme in India (Cambridge University) - 2017-21 RCUK Global Challenges SAFEWATER Programme in Latin America (Ulster University) - 2017-21 Further Informat-ion advisory Services If you are interested in our advisory services or collaboration in implementation research/evaluation, please contact us for a preliminary assessment of your needs. Contact Us

2nd round Kids Kitchen Club Challenge 2024 Sustainable Nutrition NNEdPro in its mission to bring nutrition to children, is working towards creating awareness among kids aged 4-15 about the food they consume and its importance. NNEdPro has chosen to focus on "Sustainable Nutrition" for this year, building on the success of previous years, and welcomes all 4 to 15-year-olds to take part in this creative art challenge by submitting a piece of work based on the appropriate subtopics for their age group. We encourage all primary and secondary schools to utilise the downloadable interactive worksheet curated by us to conduct the competition in their own institutions. As this year marks the 15th Anniversary of NNEdPro, the participants will be incorporating their ideas into the number 15 template provided as part of the worksheet, which also contains a crossword puzzle in order to familiarise themselves with some of the key sustainable nutrition terms. We hope to see a lot of enthusiastic children taking their first step towards learning about sustainable nutrition. Co mpetition time line Submission Deadline – 15th March 2024 Judging Panel – 22nd March 2024 Winners Announcement – 30th March 2024 INSTRUCTIONS For this year we have divided the children into 3 age groups for participation. Each age group has a separate topic and some guiding questions to get them thinking about the various subtopics that they could potentially explore in their artwork. There is a downloadable worksheet that contains the number 15 template on one side and an interactive crossword puzzle based on some sustainable nutrition terms on the other side. Apart from this, there is an information sheet for the teachers/parents/caregivers in order to better equip them in initiating this particular competition and further facilitate continuous nutritional education for children. 4-6 years Distribute a printed sheet of recycled paper with the number 15 Kids will be asked to draw their favourite and healthy foods inside the number 15 Guiding questions What is your favourite fruit or veggie? Why do you like that fruit or veggie? Is it healthy? Is it local? 7-10 years Distribute a printed sheet of recycled paper with the number 15 or to draw an artwork in the form of number 15 Kids will be asked to draw their favourite dish and then analyse its impact on their health Guiding Questions What is your favourite dish? Can you illustrate the components of the dish? Is it healthy? Where are the components produced? What about the content of salt and sugar? 11-15 years Make a collage of the impact of what you eat on planetary health Draw a comic/story based on this concept Guiding Questions Would you consider what you eat as being healthy and nutritious? What are your thoughts on food waste and its impact on the environment? What are the ultra-processed foods that you consume? Please submit your work to info@nnedpro.org.uk with the subject line "Kids Kitchen Club Challenge 2024". Extra activity (optional) Grow beans or seeds on cotton balls Decorate your jar Take pictures every day We will create a digital collage with all the pictures! Additional materials Information sheet Worksheet This year, the NNEdPro Kids Kitchen Club is proud to support the Mobile Literacy Library. Click here to support. FROM THE JUNIOR AMBASSADORS Message by Giselle Dürre Message by Nikitah Ray Read now 2023 winner Aryaditya Bardhar 8 years old 2022 winners JOINT FIRST PRIZE Vania Kejem 10 years old Dish: Accra Beans and Pap JOINT FIRST PRIZE Yanica Ann Zammit 8 years old Dish: Carob Energy Balls RUNNER UP Crystal Rose Ben Aissa 11 years old Tasty avocado on toast topped with a spiced poached egg 2021 winners COMPLETE BREAKFAST BEST PRESENTATION WITH EXPLANATION Loreley Mellor United Kingdom 12 years old Dish: Slow cooked home baked beans BEST PRESENTATION WITH EXPLANATION Gursakhi Nirankari India 13 years old Dish: Stuffed Paneer Paratha, Poha and Masala Tea INCLUDES REGIONAL FOODS BEST PRESENTATION WITH EXPLANATION Suryakant Tudu India 11 years old Dish: Fried Fermented Rice Balls COMPLETE BREAKFAST DISH Yasmin Bissi Brazil 8 years old Dish: Nutritious family breakfast MOST ORIGINAL AND NUTRITIOUS DISH Rafael Hajiyev Azerbaijan 10 years old Dish: Kükü DOES NOT INCLUDE ULTRA-PROCESSESED FOODS Sifat Wadhwa India 9 years old Dish: Upma 2020 WINNERS Alvin Keffa 12 years old Arun Dutta-Reynolds 9 years old Antonina Augustyniak-Gibbons 9 years old Giselle Dürre 12 years old more inspiration Check out the videos below for recipes prepared by Nikitah Rajput Ray, NNEdPro Junior Ambassador . Disclaimer: The recipes displayed on this webpage are as provided by the participants of the Kids Kitchen Club Challenge. However, displaying these recipes does not constitute an endorsement of any sort by NNEdPro or its partners. Terms and conditions of the participants of the Kids Kitchen Club Challenge 2023 Winners of the Kids Kitchen Club Challenge 2023 will be invited to become co-ordinating members of the Junior Ambassadors Club, and if mutually acceptable, the following terms must be fulfilled to remain in the membership: Mandatory attendance at 75% of virtual meetings over the year. Active involvement in meetings and actions. Compliance with assigned activities in timely fashion. Willingness to contribute to Kids Kitchen Club Challenge activities especially with ideas. Be respectful and have good behaviour in all sessions and activities of the Junior Ambassadors Club and Kids Kitchen Club Challenge.

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