The T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies (CNS), the renowned global leader in whole food plant based resources, education and advocacy, announces the launch of its newonlineFood and Sustainability Certificate. The certificate explores critically important issues related to the environmental impacts of food production, the effects on food justice, accessibility, and international food systems, and the positive impact we can make every day through our food choices.
“We are incredibly excited to offer this new online certificate which is a natural extension of our global mission,” commented LeAnne Campbell, President at CNS. “This new program will provide students with the tools to advocate for a more sustainable and equitable food system, whether they are business professionals, community organizers, or environmentally-conscious citizens.”
Following the hugely successful Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate, which launched in 2009 and has seen over 20,000 graduates earn their certificate, this program follows a similar format combining cutting-edge technologies in an engaging online learning environment. Key features include: a 100 percent online format; 24/7 access; a dedicated instructional team; a world-wide network of students; and immediate applicability.
Once again, the instructor-led course is steered by T. Colin Campbell, PhD and is joined by a roster of over fifteen policy, public health, and environmental thought leaders that guide students through the main sectors of the food system – farming, economic, social, and environmental – and highlight the many connections between them.
The T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies (CNS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to increasing awareness of the extraordinary impact that food has on the health of our bodies, our communities, and our planet. Through science-based education, service, and advocacy, we seek to inspire and connect all people, providing practical solutions to enable a healthier life, more equitable communities, and a sustainable world. We offer grants to empower individuals and organizations who are focused on increasing food literacy, improving access to healthy and affordable food, and building sustainable and equitable food systems. Our library of content and tools includes two online certificates, one on Food Sustainability and another on Plant-Based Nutrition, as well as articles, recipes, newsletters, and other free educational resources. Learn more at nutritionstudies.org.