Conscious Food Systems Alliance

📣 Invitation: Listening to the Land @ Oxford Real Farming Conference   Join us for Listening to the Land, a day of talks, discussions, and ceremony (just 1 day before the ORFC in Jan 2025). 📅 Wednesday, 8th January 2025, from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM at St Columba’s URC, Oxford (OX1 4EH), UK. 📍Register today: https://lnkd.in/eBr7aHYu Hosted by the Real Farming Trust (RFT), CoFSA, and Animate Earth. Together, we’ll reflect on how to deepen our sacred connection to the land and bring this awareness into our day-to-day work in the agroecological movement. 👥 Programme Highlights:  10:00 AM - Meditation with Satish Kumar 🧘  10:15 AM - Intro to CoFSA: “How to bring consciousness to your work” 🌱  2:00 PM - Story Circle & Welcome to Elders 🪶  4:30 PM - Panel: What Could the Future Look Like if We Listened to the Land? with Manda Scott, Angharad Wynne, and Colin Campbell 🌍 Spaces are limited to 100, so please confirm ASAP to secure your spot! Tickets include the full program, a vegetarian lunch (vegan option available), and refreshments. For questions, reach out anytime. Looking forward to gathering together in a space of learning, sharing, and connecting with like-minded souls. 🌿 

🙌 Today we present the second intervention area of CoFSA's compilation of case studies: Conscious Local Communities and Cultures for Regeneration.    From transformational learning and participatory video to faith and spirituality, these 8 case studies shed light on how we can help cultivate conscious and regenerative mindsets, values, and cultures among local communities to support the adoption of #regenerative agricultural practices.    We want to thank and celebrate the inspiring work done by these organizations and leaders: SEKEM Group, Opportunity International, World Vision, Gaia Education, Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism, Inc., Groundswell International, CIFOR-ICRAF, and Gretchen Ki Steidle.    Read more about our work in this intervention area: 🌱 A Collective Inquiry on “Conscious Local Communities and Cultures for Regeneration”.  https://lnkd.in/gRbYWV2r  🌱 Communities of Wellbeing: Community-led Assessment and Activation of Regenerative Values and Mindsets.  https://lnkd.in/ePivqMCC  🌱 An Academic Literature Review on the Inner Dimensions of Regeneration.  https://lnkd.in/eAM4a--z    You can read more about all the case studies here: https://lnkd.in/eCHKT5c9 🙌 Join us in advancing the exchange of knowledge and learning on conscious food systems and promoting the work of CoFSA members to inspire more.    #CoFSA #community #regeneration 

🙌 Today, we present the first intervention area - Farmers' wellbeing and psychological resilience - of CoFSA's Case Studies Collection which showcases the application of consciousness practices and approaches that have the potential to unlock food systems’ transformation.     Farmers are at the heart of our food systems, yet the struggles and hardships they face are often invisible. These 6 case studies shine a light on how introducing contemplative practices and community support alongside sustainable farming techniques enhances farmers’ wellbeing and resilience, while also contributing to a more healthy, equitable, and sustainable food system.    CoFSA is exploring how we can collectively support farmers’ wellbeing and psychological resilience. Read more about our work:  🌱 Blog - Listening to farmers: how can we recognize and support farmers’ well-being?  https://lnkd.in/ePurf_-E  🌱 Blog - Farmers’ psychological resilience – a global community is coming together.  https://lnkd.in/etWzmiHb  🌱 Report - Insights from the Townhall on farmers’ wellbeing and psychological resilience.  https://lnkd.in/eM2yrM4t    📍⏰ You can also register for our coming event on Farmers’ Dialogues and Listening Circles, on November 21st.  Registration link: https://lnkd.in/eF4VM5hD    You can read more about all the case studies here: https://lnkd.in/eCHKT5c9 🌾 Join us in advancing the exchange of knowledge and learning on conscious food systems, and promoting the work of CoFSA members to inspire more.    #CoFSA #farmers #wellbeing

for this #WorldFoodDay, we are also grateful for the work of our partner Compassion in World Farming, including for this book they edited and to which we contributed a chapter on CoFSA

🌾✨ Celebrating the Power of Rural Women with CoFSA! ✨🌾 On this UN International Day of Rural Women, we honor the invaluable contributions of rural women worldwide. 🌱 CoFSA's vision aligns seamlessly with the UN’s mission to empower rural women, recognizing their essential role in sustainable agriculture and rural development. Together, we can build resilient communities and drive sustainable change. Read our inspiring interview with Maria Rosaria, a dedicated farmer in Italy, to learn more about her journey and insights: https://lnkd.in/ehd84iZe 🙌 Join us in celebrating and supporting the women in global food systems, and let’s work towards equal opportunities for all in rural areas. 🌍❤️ #CoFSA #UNRuralWomenDay #farmers

🍊Join us for Mindful Eating Practice Session 📆28th November 2024  🍲8-9 am EST BREAKFAST / 2-3 pm CET LUNCH / 9-10 pm CST DINNER 🔊 What to Expect  In this session, we will create a space for participants to explore their understanding and practice of mindful eating. Together, we will deep dive into how this practice can transform our #relationship with #food, increase awareness of the conditions required for nourishing our bodies, and contribute to more sustainable and regenerative food systems.  This practice reminds us that our meals are a #gift of the #Earth and come from the collaboration of #Nature and countless Living Beings, along with the efforts of many people. By eating mindfully, we cultivate #compassion and make thoughtful choices that not only reduce harm but also lessen our environmental footprint, contributing to the well-being of our planet. 🍲 Bring Your Meal to the Session  We invite you to bring a full #meal to the session, as we will be practicing mindful eating together. It’s a moment for us all to connect more deeply with what and how we eat, appreciating the nourishment we receive. To secure your spot, please register using the link below: https://lnkd.in/eJsR_tFV  We look forward to sharing this meaningful experience with you!

📣 Discover one of CoFSA’s inspiring incubator grantees: 🌱 Activating Regenerative and Conscious Food System Narratives 🌱 Over the past 6 months, this groundbreaking project has been on a mission to transform our food system narratives. By empowering journalists and influencers through engaging workshops and a comprehensive guide, they are reshaping how we perceive and interact with food. Join us in supporting this movement towards a more regenerative and conscious food system. Together, we can build New Narratives for Nourishment and Sustainability. 🌍✨ Authors: Luis Alberto Camargo, Cristina Consuegra, Carmen Posada Monroy, Luisa Castellanos, Zora Katich, OpEPA - Organizacion para la Educacion y Proteccion Ambiental. 📖 Read more about this case study here: https://lnkd.in/esFyRWpD  🌐 Learn more about our conscious food Incubator: https://lnkd.in/drfvxev2 #CoFSA #SDG #Sustainability 

📣 Discover one of CoFSA’s inspiring incubator grantees:     🌾🌱 Universal Human Values with Farmers 🌱🌾 Authors: @Neelmani Gupta, Rakesh Kumar Pandey, Shramik Bharti. This exciting initiative promotes natural farming practices in Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, India. Through the Universal Human Values workshops, participants experienced profound changes in their mindsets, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors, leading to a holistic understanding of life and a strong commitment to sustainable farming practices.    📖 Read more about this case study here: https://lnkd.in/ePsdzgms    🌐 Learn more about our conscious food Incubator: https://lnkd.in/drfvxev2    #CoFSA #SDG #Farmers #Sustainability

🌍🌱 World Mental Health Day: Listening to Farmers’ Voices 🌱🌍 Today, on #WorldMentalHealthDay, we shine a light on the wellbeing of our foundational farmers. 🌾💚 Farmers are the backbone of our food systems, yet they face immense challenges that go beyond the physical. Climate change, economic pressures, and shrinking communities put pressure on many. It’s time we recognize their mental health needs and support their wellbeing. Dive into our latest blog by Jimena Gómez and Charlotte Dufour to explore how we can support farmers’ empowerment from within, nurturing their dignity, hope, and agency. 🌟 🔗 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/ePurf_-E 🌐 You can find out more about CoFSA’s work on Farmers' wellbeing and psychological resilience here: https://lnkd.in/epyA9PdS #MentalHealth #Farmers #Agriculture #COFSA #wellbeing