About the event
World Food Day 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) — a milestone that underlines the importance of global collaboration to achieve sustainable food systems and ensure food security for future generations.
To commemorate this occasion, the British Council Digital Library—present in more than 30 countries with over 120,000 members—invites you to a special online panel discussion: “Building a Food-Secure Future.” This event explores how food, culture, and community can shape sustainable futures.
Speakers & moderator
Asma Khan: Celebrated British chef and author of Monsoon. She will speak on food as a force for empowerment and cultural connection, sharing insights from her culinary journey.
Shaun Kenworthy: Internationally recognized chef who brings a global perspective on innovation, sustainability, and food systems.
Moderator: Abdi Hassan Country Director, British Council Romania and Bulgaria.
Why attend?
- Discover how food fosters cultural connections and community resilience.
- Learn how chefs and food leaders drive sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation.
- Hear about Asma Khan’s newly launched book Monsoon.
- Explore the British Council Digital Library’s new Food & Sustainability Collection, featuring curated books, journals, and multimedia resources.
- Connect with a global audience through shared culinary traditions.
Explore the food & sustainability collection
As part of this event, we’re relaunching our special Food & Sustainability Collection — designed to inspire learning and action for a more sustainable future.
Date: Friday 10 October 2025
Time: 11.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. (UTC) , click here to convert to your local time
Location: Online
Who can join?
Members and non members above 18 years.
For more information or queries please write to digitallibraries@britishcouncil.org