Women nourishing the planet:
Stories of impact in food systems
Connect, collaborate and lead profound change with our global network of women.
STORIES
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From farm to table, and every step in between.
The global space for women's voices & stories cultivating a sustainable food future
We feature the trailblazers, innovators, and quiet revolutionaries.
We share their raw, unfiltered stories of impact, showcasing the resilience, grassroots innovation and leadership that don't always make headlines but do create real, tangible change in food systems.
Upcoming LEF events
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Ask me ANYthing
Raw, unfiltered stories of entrepreneurial journeys
Ask Me ANYthing: Networking Drinks + Good Bites
🗓️ Monday, 12 May 2025
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Veg Nation, Utrecht
🎟️ €24,95 Includes 5 signature bites + welcome drink
Bold voices.
Raw stories.
Real change.
Cultivate change with us ⬇️
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Where bold ideas, raw stories, and powerful connections meet.
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Join online and offline gatherings that spark change—always donation-based.
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Yours or someone else’s? We want to hear it. Inspire others by amplifying real impact.
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Are you ready to share your journey as a changemaker in the food system, or know of someone whose story deserves to be heard? Perhaps you have an idea for an impactful event or a powerful collaboration? We're eager to connect with you.
Women are too often framed as victims of climate change or ethical consumers, rather than recognized as the changemakers they are…