Addressing rising obesity and diet-related diseases by improving school food environments, reducing reliance on ultra-processed foods, and engaging youth as agents of change.
Examining how school meals reach children affected by crisis and displacement and using evidence from fragile and displacement settings to strengthen program planning and implementation.
Expanding the role of diversified, nutritious foods (including fish, heritage crops, and whole grains), through public and institutional procurement policies that emphasize local food, small- and medium-size farms and enterprises, food safety, and environmental considerations.
Using school meal programs to build skills, develop local enterprise, and formalize employment - particularly for women and youth - across the food value chain.
The 2026 Global Child Nutrition Forum agenda development is underway. Check back later for more details.
The Global Child Nutrition Foundation (GCNF) serves as the primary host and lead sponsor of the Global Child Nutrition Forum. GCNF works closely with in-country partners and relies on the generous support of sponsors to make this event possible.
