School of Social and Political Science

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Title: Power and influence in food policy

 Abstract: Influencing public policy change related to food can be difficult and complex, particularly for those with limited power and resources. One of the key difficulties is that the development of public policy is rarely a linear process. It is constructed through complex interactions and negotiations amongst a range of stakeholders, including politicians, interest groups, advisers, bureaucrats, and a range of other actors. Many factors impact on the likelihood of policy change occurring. Gaining the support of the public is one important factor in policy change, however, ensuring you have political will is essential. During this seminar Katherine will outline her research to date exploring the power and influence of interest groups on food and nutrition policy, barriers and enablers to influencing policy (including whether we should engage with the food industry) and future steps in this body of work. 

Brief Bio: Katherine Cullerton is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Public Health, University of Queensland. Her research focusses on why evidence doesn’t translate into policy, increasing the agency of advocates to effectively influence policy and exploring whether it is ever acceptable for population health researchers to engage with the food industry. Katherine is also a qualified dietitian and has worked in a range of settings including with Aboriginal communities, schools, tobacco control and as a national policy officer.

To join follow the link below and please note that the session will begin at 11.00 with Katherine’s talk and the Q&A about research methods hosted by the FRIED student network will take place from 12.00 to 12.30.

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