Community-Centered Research
Researchers work directly with communities to understand barriers to good nutrition and co-create sustainable solutions that value local and indigenous food knowledge.
Food and Family Research Group
Our Approach
Community-centred, interdisciplinary and capacity-building research for stronger food systems.
Research Approach
How we approach our work
The principles and methods that shape the Food and Family Research Group.
Our Vision
Healthy food, thriving communities
To build a community where vulnerable families can access healthy, nutritious food and thrive.
How we work
Evidence that fits local realities
The group uses interdisciplinary research to identify and test affordable, culturally appropriate responses to food insecurity across Africa.
Three priorities
A holistic research approach
The programme connects communities, academic disciplines and capacity development.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Nutrition science, public health, dietetics and community engagement are brought together to address the health, financial, nutritional and cultural dimensions of family wellbeing.
Capacity Strengthening
Mentorship, training and field-based opportunities support students and early-career scholars to grow as leaders in applied research and sustainable development.