Advancing Nutrition and Sustainable Food Systems in the Nordic Region – Lessons Learned for Regional and Global Impact
Global Action Network – Sustainable Food from the Oceans and Inland Waters for Food Security and Nutrition is proud to co-host the scientific symposium entitled ‘Advancing Nutrition and Sustainable Food Systems in the Nordic Region – Lessons Learned for Regional and Global Impact’ during IUNS-ICN2025 on 8:00-9:30 am, 27 August 2025, in Paris, France.
Success across all 17 SDGs requires stronger systems thinking, science-based policy translation, and promotion of best practices. The Nordic countries are leaders in health, nutrition, and sustainability, with newly developed dietary guidelines and environmental policies that serve as global models. However, challenges like climate change and resource constraints demand a closer look at how food systems can sustainably meet nutritional needs while also reducing environmental impacts. This symposium will bring together a diverse group of speakers/panelists including scientists, young voices, alongside policymakers, and key UN agencies, to discuss topics relevant to nutrition, climate change, and sustainable food practices in the Nordic region, exploring state-of-the-art science, possible solutions, and discussing how to scale them. This symposium is organized and hosted by the IUNS-affiliated societies in the Nordic countries and the Global Action Network – Sustainable Food from the Oceans and Inland Waters for Food Security and Nutrition.