Mission

The mission of the INF is to promote capacity building in developing country individuals and institutions in the areas of nutrition research, policy and programming. We accomplish this through three major activities: disbursing fellowships for nutrition education, publishing the Food and Nutrition Bulletin, and conducting nutrition research.

INF strives to brings key nutrition issues to the attention of those with national and international responsibilities for policies and resource allocation and facilitates activities that bridge and shorten the nutrition research-policy-program cycle.

Vision

The INF works toward a future where the quantity and quality of food consumed does not constrain the achievement of full genetic potential of any individual or the economic and social progress of developing countries.

Principles

In support of this mission, the INF adheres to the following principles and orientations:

• Encourages development of a strong science base in support of effective research, policy and applied programs
• Focuses on underserved communities and vulnerable groups
• Works with people of all beliefs, races and national origins
• Uses a participatory, accountable and transparent governance structure
• Considers human rights orientations in addressing food and nutrition issues