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We draw attention to the problems associated with the food industry and spread information about the human rights and environmental abuses associated with the production of food in Poland and abroad. We try to encourage Polish consumers and food producers to consider the impact of agricultural production and food consumption methods on the natural environment and the situation of farmers in Poland, in the European Union and in the countries of the global South. We mobilize to change consumer behavior and attitudes that adversely affect the development of sustainable food production and consumption, we promote alternative production and consumption models and we make people aware that sustainable agriculture, local production and Fair Trade are solutions that bring economic and social benefits, protect the natural environment and realistically improve the situation of the poorest countries.
Between 2024 and 2027, we are implementing the “Turn The Tables: Towards just, green, and innovative food procurement!” project, which focuses on promoting sustainable food systems through local actions and international campaigns. The current food system is vulnerable to inequalities and ecological crises, requiring changes at both global and local levels. A consortium of five local authorities and civil society organizations from Germany, Italy, Romania, Hungary, and Poland is working towards sustainable food procurement. Local projects are linked to an EU-wide educational campaign aimed at young people and those less aware of global challenges, promoting the green food transition and increasing social engagement. Particular attention is given to the potential of sustainable public procurement, which can support healthy diets, socio-economic development, and environmental protection.The "Turn The Tables" project is implemented by the Buy Responsible Foundation in partnership with non-governmental organizations from Italy (Mani Tese), Romania (Brașov Metropolitan Agency for Sustainable Development), Germany (Christliche Initiative Romero), and Hungary (Association of Conscious Consumers). Local authorities from these countries are also involved in the project. In Poland, the project is supported by the Kraków City Hall as well as local governments in Grodzisk Mazowiecki and Mikołów. The project is co-financed by the European Union and in Poland by the Drzewo i Jutro Foundation, under the project “Buy Responsibly! – Environmental Consumer Education.”
Between 2020 and 2024, we implemented the Our Food. Our Future project, which we co-created together with partners from 18 European Union member states. The project was led by Christliche Initiative Romero (CIR). Our project activities were primarily aimed at young people, highlighting the impact of irresponsible food production and consumption on climate change and migration. The campaign sought to mobilize youth to adopt sustainable consumption patterns and actively support sustainable food supply chains, fair trade relations, respect for human and labor rights, and sustainable development through improved institutional and corporate policies at the EU and member state levels.
