Birmingham food revolution conference

Day one – Birmingham food system strategy launch

Day one of the Birmingham food revolution conference platformed online discussions dedicated to transforming the food system in Birmingham.

The aim of the conference was to bring together food enthusiasts, experts, and community members to discuss and strategise ways to revolutionise Birmingham's food landscape.

The goal of this virtual conference event was to explore and innovate ideas, share success stories, and collaborate on initiatives that promote sustainable agriculture, local sourcing, and healthy eating habits.

If you are a food lover, farmer, chef, or simply passionate about making a positive impact on our food system, this event is for you!

With engaging panel discussions, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities, we were able to work towards creating a more resilient, equitable, and inclusive food system in Birmingham.

Together, we can make a difference and pave the way for a healthier and more sustainable future.

Videos of the conference

Videos of the conference are hosted on our YouTube page, including a full playlist of videos from the first day of the conference.

Video 1 - Welcome, Birmingham food revolution film and keynote speeches

This video has the following guest speakers:

  • Cllr Mariam Khan - Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Health, Labour
  • Dr Justin Varney - Director of Public Health, Birmingham City Council
  • Sarah Pullen - Lead of food system Team, Public Health Division, Birmingham City Council

Video 2 - Birmingham food system strategy

This video covers:

  • the four cross cutting and six strategic work streams
  • what is happening now in the Birmingham food revolution.

Hosted by:

  • Dr Rosie Jenkins - Senior Officer food system Team, Public Health Division, Birmingham City Council
  • Sarah Pullen - Lead of Food System team, Public Health Division, Birmingham City Council

Video 3 - Celebrating our Birmingham Food Legends

This video contains a panel discussion with Birmingham food legends from across our workstreams.

The panel members featured are:

  • James Lowbridge - Foundation Operations Manager, Aston Villa Foundation
  • Eric Ngang N.M - Project Coordinator, Kushinga Community Gardens
  • Vicky Hemming - Head of Food, The Active Wellbeing Society
  • Dr Ahfiya Alvi - GP and Regional Lifestyle Lead, Alpha Medical Practice

Video 4 - "How can we make the food system fit for the future?"

This video contains a panel discussion with food system leaders, policy makers, and change drivers.

The panel members featured are:

  • Dr Helen Onyeaka - Associate Professor Food Microbiology and Food Safety, University of Birmingham
  • Anna Taylor - Executive Director, The Food Foundation
  • Dr Anne Coufopoulos - Executive Dean School of Health, Sport and Food, University College Birmingham
  • Sarah Pullen - Lead of food system Team, Public Health Division, Birmingham City Council

Video 05 - The How - Turning the Birmingham food system strategy into the Birmingham food system strategic action plan

This video explores how the city will turn the Birmingham food system strategy into action and continue to grow the Birmingham food revolution momentum.

Video delivered by:

  • Bradley Yakoob - Senior Officer food system Team, Public Health Division, Birmingham City Council
  • Sarah Pullen - Lead of food system Team, Public Health Division, Birmingham City Council

Page last updated: 15 January 2024

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