Elena Seeley
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Elena Seeley is Food Tank's Content Director. She earned a BA in Biology from Grinnell College and an MA in Food Studies from New York University, where she focused on food policy and food-based social movements. Elena has worked with food justice nonprofit organizations, including WhyHunger and The People's Seed, and is passionate about promoting stories to help build a more equitable and sustainable food system.

Building Power in Food Systems through Social Cohesion: ‘You Have to Mobilize Together’

Million Belay believes in a model for food systems that is grounded in communities, promoting a goal of food sovereignty

From Awareness to Action: What’s Next for the Fight to End Food Loss and Waste

Food waste experts say the world has reached a “reckoning point” on food loss and waste.

Transitioning to Alternative Practices Is ‘No Longer a Choice.’ The Question Is How

The ClimateShot Investor Coalition is helping to connect investors, the scientific community, and food businesses and ensure that their objectives are aligned.

The Future Is Here: How California’s Farmers Are Adapting to a Changing Climate

Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture explains where she sees the greatest opportunities to help farmers mitigate and adapt the effects of the climate crisis.

Unlocking Capital Will Pave the Way for Food Systems Change

What will investors need to fund the transformation of food and agriculture systems?

Sowing Sustainability: The Power of Relationships in Food Systems Transformation

Farmers are central to food and agriculture systems transformation. But they need investment and support to succeed.

From Policies to Action: Charting Progress in the Fight Against Global Food Loss and Waste

Exciting progress around food loss and waste has already been made. Strategic policies can help countries do even more.

Dr. Abdou Tenkouano to Become New Director General of ICIPE

Abdou Tenkouano, incoming Director General at ICIPE, aims to drive inclusive innovations for socio-economic development in Africa.

The National STEM Challenge Calls on Young Innovators to Imagine a Better Food Future

In 2024, the top-scoring champions from the Challenge will travel to Washington D.C. to be recognized at the National STEM Festival.

Telling the Story Behind the Seed

The diversity of seeds is something worth celebrating. That’s why seed saver Ira Wallace is preserving their stories.

Breaking Barriers: Advancing Food Is Medicine Solutions

A new report summarizes the key findings to advance food is medicine interventions, reduce food security, and improve healthy eating.

Muloma Heritage Center: Bridging the Past, Present, and Future of African Atlantic Foodways

On St. Helena Island, Muloma Heritage Center is creating a space to celebrate and teach visitors about the foodways of the African Diaspora.

Bridging Gaps for a Sustainable World: The Role of Water in Food Systems

Agriculture is responsible for more than 70 percent of global freshwater withdrawals. Meanwhile one third of the world faces water stress.

Tune in for Our Official North America World Food Day Celebration

Tune in live for an incredible World Food Day Summit focused on this year’s theme Water is Life. Water is Food. Leave no one behind.

Cultivating Self-Sufficiency and Sustainability: Unlocking Opportunities for Indigenous Communities

IndigeHub is working to empower Indigenous communities, helping them develop self-sufficiency and long-term success.

Cooking Up Change: How Small Shifts Can Have Radical Impact in the Culinary Industry

Tapping into joy, not fear, might be the key to driving behavior change among eaters.

Raising the Ambition on Food Systems Transformation

During Pre-COP Food Day @ UNGA, food systems leaders gathered to raise the ambition on food systems transformation by amplifying and accelerating implementation across all levels. 

Matriark Foods Wants to Make Upcycled Products the Norm, Not the Exception

Upcycled foods offer companies a business opportunity as well as a chance to make their supply chains more climate friendly.

The International Peasant Movement Is Growing

For more than 30 years, La Via Campesina has advocated for food sovereignty, environmental justice, and peasants’ rights.

WWF Releases New Framework to Drive Positive Food Systems Transformation

There is an urgent need for food systems change. A new framework for decision makers can help implement and scale ideas that have transformative impact.

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