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.
Latest News & Updates
Stacy Dean Named as Inaugural Carbonell Family Executive Director
June 18, 2024
Stacy Dean, a renowned national food policy leader, has been named GFI's inaugural Carbonell Family Executive Director. Most recently, she has served as Deputy Under Secretary for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services.
GFI Joins the Conversation as NYC Hosts Climate Week (GW Today)
October 2, 2024
Stacy Dean presented on the effects of climate change on independent restaurants and joined conversations with chefs, farmers, researchers, policymakers & more.
Institute for Food Safety and Nutrition Security Director Turns Tragedy to Advocacy (GW Today)
September 30, 2024
Barbara Kowalcyk lost her toddler son to food poisoning and now advocates to prevent tragedies like this summer’s Boar’s Head outbreak.
Weathering Climate Shocks: How Restaurants Survive Supply Disruptions (Civil Eats)
September 30, 2024
To overcome ingredient shortages and high food costs, restaurateurs are rethinking their staple ingredients and strengthening their relationships with suppliers
