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 2025 courses, with opportunities for hands-on learning both locally and abroad.
Latest News & Updates
GFI Affiliate Faculty Gabby Headrick Speaks about the Facts on Foods that Should Concern Us (Washington Post)
May 2, 2025
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has big food goals for the nation. Some are based on science, but others stem from misinformation. GFI Affiliate Faculty Gabby Headrick speaks to the Washington Post.
At Lisner, José Andrés Tells an Epic Story—His Own (GW Today)
May 2, 2025
The renowned chef, author, humanitarian and founder of GW’s Global Food Institute discussed his new book, “Change the Recipe.”
Supporting Black Farmers Supports America (GW Today)
April 14, 2025
Haynie shared his story as part of “Tracing the Legacy: Black Farmers and the Fight for Equity,” a panel discussion co-hosted by GW’s Global Food Institute (GFI), the Institute for Racial, Ethnic, and Socioeconomic Equity (Equity Institute) and the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences Department of History and moderated by Mya O. Price, assistant professor of GFI, that outlined the past, present and future of Black farmers in the United States.
