The final editorial meeting for the digital guidebook will be held during the experts’ meeting. In addition, we plan to develop a follow-up activity that the network will implement in 2026.
We will have the opportunity to invite experts from universities (Aalborg University, Malmö University, Tallinn University) and intergovernmental organisations and agencies (Nordic Council, Green Movements, State Food Agencies) to join us virtually. Their contributions will support the finalisation of the guidebook and enrich the debate by sharing perspectives on promoting dietary shifts towards more plant-based and fewer animal-based foods — for the benefit of both the environment and public health.
The meeting will also emphasise the vital role of civil society organisations (CSOs) in advancing the sustainable food transition. Our goal is to strengthen the capacity of CSOs in building a greener future for the Nordic-Baltic region and to encourage the development of new sustainable initiatives.
Accommodation: A&O København Sydhavn (Sydhavns Plads 4, 2450, Copenhagen)
Experts Meeting on Sustainable Food Transition
Date and time: 7 November 2025, at 10.00 am
Location: Aalborg University, Denmark
The final editorial meeting for the digital guidebook
Date and time: 8 November 2025, at 10.00 am
Location: Folkevirke Office, Denmark
This expert-level meeting brings together 15 participants from across the Nordic and Baltic countries to discuss the future of sustainable food systems and their impact on society. The event will explore key themes such as sustainable food transition policies, environmental and health aspects, citizens’ food habits, school nutrition, and the vital role of civil society in driving change.
The programme features keynote presentations from leading researchers from Denmark, including insights into community food initiatives and school meal systems. Participants will engage in moderated debates on existing Nordic-Baltic policies, best practices, and shared challenges in promoting sustainable, healthy, and inclusive food systems.
Highlights:
- Guest presentations: Experts from Denmark (PhD Michael Søgaard Jørgensen, Department of Sustainability and Planning, Aalborg University), from Sweden (Bent Egberg Mikkelsen. M.Sc;PhD; Professor at University of Lund. Urban food systems transformation), and from Portugal (Beatriz de Oliveira Teixeira, assistant professor, Institute of Public Health, University of Porto)
- Topics: Sustainable food transition, policy frameworks, health and environmental aspects, citizens’ and school food systems, civil society engagement
- Participants: 15-17 experts and practitioners
- Catering: vegetarian food at Aalborg University
AGENDA
Experts Meeting on Sustainable Food Transition
7th November 2025, at Aalborg University (Copenhagen, A. C. Meyers Vænge 15, 2450)09:00-10:00 Arrival & Registration
10:00-10:10 Welcome & Programme Overview
10:00- 10.20 Presentation: “Experiences with transition towards production and consumption of plant-based food” – by PhD Michael Søgaard Jørgensen, Department of Sustainability and Planning, Aalborg University (Denmark)
10:20-11:00 Keynote: “Healthier and more sustainable eating at school – education, engagement & empowerment” – by Beatriz de Oliveira Teixeira, assistant professor, Institute of Public Health, University of Porto (Portugal)
11:00- 11.30 Interactive Session and Questions
11:30-12:00 Keynote: “The Climate Smart Nordic School Food revolution – what role should pupils play” – by Bent Mikkelsen, Lund University (Sweden)
12:00-13:15 Debate: Nordic-Baltic Sustainable Food Transition Policies coperative perspective
– Stefan Olsen, PEPP (Iceland)
– Mathias Berg, Oslo Ungre Vestre (Norway)
– Susanne Kallanvaara, Burgarden Gymnasium (Sweden)
– Laura Rajaa, Green Habito (Finland)
– Ivan Vasilevskikh, Compass (Denmark)
– Rita Leipina, Talens City (Latvia)
– German Morris, Peace Child Estonia (Estonia)
13:15-14:00 Lunch (vegetarian)
14:00-15:00 Overview of the Digital Guidebook on Sustainable Food Transition (by Green Habito and SSCW)
15:00-16:00 Sharing Best Practices & Case Studies
16:00-16:30 Conclusions & Next Steps
Editorial Meeting of the Digital Guidebook on Sustainable Food Transition
8th November 2025, at Folkevirke (Copenhagen, Niels Hemmingsens Gade 10, 3. sal)
10:00 – 10:10 Opening Remarks
- Overview of guidebook progress and editorial goals
- Confirmation of contributors and final structure
10:10 – 11:45 Review of Content Sections
- Summary of chapters: sustainable food systems, school food, community engagement, health and environment
- Discussion of case studies and data sources
- Integration of input from experts and partner institutions (gathered materials, methodologies, games, etc).
11:45 – 12:00 Coffee time
12:00 – 13:00 | Design, Dissemination and Translation Strategy
- Final editorial adjustments and proofreading timeline
- Design layout and digital publication plan
- Translation into Nordic and Baltic languages
- Distribution via partners, networks, and educational platforms
13:00 – 14:00 Roundtable: Reflections and Next Steps
- Comments from partner universities, CSO and agencies (Aalborg University, Malmö University, CSOs and Nordic Council representatives)
- Agreement on editorial responsibilities and deadlines
14:00 – 15:00 Lunch
15:00 – 16:30 | Developing a follow-up project for 2026: Nordic-Baltic CSO Accelerator on Sustainable Food TransitionProject draft proposal for 2026
Contact persons:
Ivan Vasilevskikh, Compass Denmark – compassdanmark@gmail.com, +4550383983
Michael Søgaard Jørgensen, Aalborg University – msjo@plan.aau.dk, +45 21 25 6815
Registration is at the webpage: https://food.sscw.ee/registration/
Contact persons: Ivan Vasilevskikh, Compass Denmark – compassdanmark@gmail.com,
Michael Søgaard Jørgensen, Aalborg University – msjo@plan.aau.dk
Project is supported by Nordic Council of Ministers
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