Australian Nutrition Foundation Inc.

Overview

The Australian Nutrition Foundation Inc. is a renowned Australian nonprofit organisation dedicated to promoting public health and community nutrition. It operates under the registered business name Nutrition Australia and is incorporated with tax-deductible gift recipient (DGR) status[2]. Founded in 1979, the organisation became incorporated in 1981 and began trading as Nutrition Australia in 2001[2].

Mission and Objectives

Nutrition Australia aims to help Australian communities build nourishing and equitable food environments by championing positive and evidence-informed food and nutrition messaging. Its core objectives include:

• Promoting Nutritious Environments: Fostering environments that support access to nutritious, affordable, and sustainable food.
• Partnerships and Collaborations: Maximising impact through partnerships with various stakeholders.
• Maintaining Transparency: Ensuring independence from industry to provide unbiased guidance[2].

Programs and Initiatives

Nutrition Australia delivers programs and initiatives across various settings, including schools, communities, and workplaces. It conducts national campaigns and provides advocacy, communication, and liaison services. The organisation also offers tailored workshops and training in collaboration with other charitable organisations, government agencies, NGOs, and researchers[4].

Leadership Structure

The National Board of Nutrition Australia includes directors from each state or territory, with at least one required to be a nutrition professional[2].

Membership and Reach

Nutrition Australia's membership includes health professionals, dietitians, nutritionists, and individuals interested in public health and community nutrition. It operates across all Australian states and territories[4].

State Divisions

State divisions, such as Nutrition NSW, offer services tailored to local needs. These divisions provide expertise in dietetics, public health nutrition, health promotion, education, science, medicine, and sports and recreation. They deliver a range of health promotion services targeting aged care, early childhood, schools, and the food industry[5].

[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/01657e06-2caf-e811-a95e-000d3ad24c60 [2] https://nutritionaustralia.org/about/ [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/01657e06-2caf-e811-a95e-000d3ad24c60/documents/fd22eb9b-2fc4-eb11-8237-000d3a6a6457 [4] https://nutritionaustralia.org [5] https://nutritionnsw.org.au/about/about-us/