The first-year students of the Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition Sciences visited the Food Bank Against Hunger in Porto, accompanied by Professor Dr. Joana Mendes, on November 5th.
The students had the opportunity to learn more about the work carried out by the Food Bank, which supports more than 300 institutions in a country that currently has 21 Food Banks. The visit was guided by Dr. Inês Cardoso, who explained the functioning of this institution.
The initiative allowed the knowledge acquired in the academic context to be brought closer to reality on the ground, reinforcing the importance of sustainability, social responsibility and the role of future professionals in the field of Nutrition Sciences in promoting a more conscious and supportive food system. The experience also allowed for a better understanding of the food chain, the processes of receiving, storing and distributing products, as well as the importance of combating food waste.
The Fernando Pessoa University thanks the Porto Food Bank against hunger, and Dr. Inês Cardoso for welcoming our students and for all the willingness to contribute to such an enriching experience.
