Changing the World Through the Power of Food
The Global Food Institute
at the George Washington University
Powered by interdisciplinary research and teaching across policy, innovation, and humanity, the Global Food Institute at GW will work to transform people’s lives and the health of our planet.
Explore Our Courses & Minor in Food Leadership
Join the Global Food Institute’s transformative Food Leadership Minor and develop the expertise needed to drive sustainable change. Our 18-credit program blends classroom learning with immersive experiences in policy, innovation, nutrition, and sustainability, preparing you to tackle global food challenges.
Explore upcoming Fall 2026 courses, with opportunities for hands-on learning both locally and abroad.
Latest News & Updates
GW Celebrates Kosher Food Festival
March 27, 2026
Members of the GW community enjoyed food from local Kosher vendors, learned about Jewish culinary traditions and celebrated Jewish culture on campus. This event was co-hosted by the Division for Student Affairs’ Center for Interfaith and Spiritual Life, GW Hillel and GW Dining.
GW Faculty Matthew Ng Shares How Lifestyle Choices Including Ones Diet Lowers Rate of Colorectal Cancer (GW Today)
March 27, 2026
March marks National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. GW Faculty Matthew Ng shares that certain lifestyle choices have also been reliably found to lower cancer risk. This includes a diet with a good balance of gut-protective fiber and not too much processed food.
GFI Founder José Andrés Introduces First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska at Elliott School of International Affairs Event (GW Today)
March 26, 2026
GFI Founder José Andrés introduced First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska and highlighted the partnership between GFI and the Elliott School, which helps GW community members “engage with the biggest food-related challenges of our time.”
