This interactive online workshop focused on the role of community-led initiatives in shaping just and sustainable food systems, emphasizing the importance of influencing EU-level policymaking. The event marked the launch of ECOLISE’s policy positioning phase on sustainable food systems.
The session featured expert insights and peer-led discussions covering:
EU Policies and Local Food Systems – Exploring how EU policies impact local initiatives.
Community-Led Solutions – Highlighting the role of grassroots efforts in driving systemic change.
Stakeholder Mapping and Networking – Facilitating collaboration and alliance-building among participants.
The workshop was designed to encourage collective participation, brainstorming, and social imagination, envisioning sustainable food systems with citizens and communities at the center.
Speakers Included:
Laurence Modrego, ECOLISE Policy Team
Experts and practitioners from EU-funded projects, including Communities for Local Green Deals (COM4LGD).
Key Outcomes:
The event provided a platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and collective strategizing on integrating grassroots initiatives into EU policy frameworks. It also reinforced ECOLISE’s commitment to co-creation and advocacy, promoting awareness of EU policies like the European Green Deal and developing actionable policy recommendations.
Organizers:
The event was organized by ECOLISE, the European Network for Community-Led Initiatives on Climate Change and Sustainability, with support from the COM4LGD project, funded by the EU.
Contact Information:
ECOLISE Policy Team – Laurence Modrego
Email: laurence.modrego@ecolise.eu
The meeting concluded with a shared vision for stronger partnerships and collaborative efforts to advocate for sustainable and inclusive food systems across the EU.
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Picture 1. Asst. Prof. Igor Vukelić at the workshop opening
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Picture 2. Asst. Prof. Igor Vukelić during the session |
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Picture 3. Asst. Prof. Igor Vukelić presenting key information about the project |
