Activities
The FDM has been involved in a variety of activities, including:
- Dissemination of research findings through biennial conferences that take place during one of the biggest international food exhibitions, Alimentaria. At the first conference (1996), the Barcelona Declaration on the Mediterranean Diet was signed by the Food and Agriculture Organization, the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fish and Food (MAPA), the Barcelona City Council and FDM.
- Creation of the Grande Covián award in 1996, with the objective of recognizing professionals who have contributed to the study of the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet.
- The granting of Honorary Diplomas since 2002 in recognition of individuals who have excelled in the cultural and social sphere with their contribution to the promotion of the Mediterranean culture. These diplomas are awarded at the same ceremony as the Grande Covián award, at each biennial conference. Individuals recognized in this way so far include Ferran Adrià,, Georges Moustaki, Joan Manuel Serrat and Bigas Luna.
- Development of distance education courses that cover the nutritional history, gastronomy and various other aspects of the Mediterranean diet
- Publishing of books about the Mediterranean diet directed toward professionals as well as the general public.
- Establishment of institutional collaborations with the objective of promoting educational initiatives around the Mediterranean diet.
- Mediterranean diet workshops in schools.
- A Mediterranean diet bus in Valencia and Catalonia to create awareness and educate children on the benefits ofconsuming a Mediterranean diet.
- Creation of the Mediterranean Diet Observatory in collaboration with the Barcelona City Council.
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