Food Security, Food Access and Sustainable Food Practices
The Maldives National University is committed to advancing food security, addressing food insecurity and promoting sustainable food systems through institutional practices, student and staff support, education and community engagement. The University’s initiatives focus on campus food waste tracking and reduction, student and staff hunger interventions, access to nutritious and affordable food, and the promotion of healthy and sustainable food choices. Through academic programmes and community engagement activities, MNU also strengthens access to food security knowledge, nutrition education and awareness of sustainable agriculture and food production. Collectively, these efforts contribute to improving food access, encouraging responsible food consumption, reducing food waste and fostering a more food-secure and sustainable society.