Women Shaping Solutions for Food Insecurity

Food poverty is not inevitable — and together, we can do something about it.

Celebrate International Women’s Day with Women In The Food Industry on 3rd March (6–9pm) at Corner Corner, Canada Water for an evening dedicated to learning, collaboration, and action.

Why Attend?

✨ Inspiring Panel Discussion
Hear from leading voices working to tackle food poverty and transform the food system:

• Sarah Bentley – Author & Food Justice Activist
• Sareta Puri – Diversity & Outreach Coordinator, Sustain
• Georgie Branch – Head of Programmes, School Food Matters
• Carly McGoldrick – Head of Partnership & Impact, Food Bank Aid UK
• Victoria Williams – Director, Food Matters

They’ll share insights, lived experience, and bold ideas on how the industry can step up and create lasting change.

✨ Food Insecurity Hackathon
Turn inspiration into action. Collaborate with fellow attendees in small groups to explore challenges, generate ideas, and propose practical solutions.

This event is for anyone who wants to be part of building a more just and inclusive food system — from entrepreneurs and operators to creatives, activists, and allies.

Let’s connect, learn, and take action together.

Agenda

6:00 – 6:30pm
Arrival, welcome drink & networking

6:30 – 7:30pm
Panel discussion: Food Poverty & the Food Industry’s Role

7:30 – 7:40pm
Comfort break

7:40 – 8:40pm
Food Insecurity Hackathon (small group collaboration)

8:40 – 9:00pm
Group reflections, key takeaways & close