The Nutrition Society provides Secretariat services to organisations working across nutrition science. Our Secretariat team provides professional governance, administrative and operational support, helping each organisation deliver its scientific mission and strategic priorities.
Our Secretariat Services
Our services include:
- Governance – coordination of Board and Council meetings, preparation of agendas, papers and minutes, and support for elections and reporting requirements.
- Project Management – coordination of programmes, timelines, deliverables and collaboration across stakeholders.
- Policy Support – support for policy development, consultations and evidence-based communications.
- Administration – membership administration, communications, website management and day-to-day operational support.
- Finance – budget monitoring, financial administration, invoicing and financial reporting.
We provide continuity and professional support across these areas, tailored to the governance structures and operational needs of each organisation.
International Union of Nutritional Sciences (IUNS)
The International Union of Nutritional Sciences (IUNS) is a global organisation for nutrition science, bringing together Adhering Bodies and regional organisations to advance nutrition research, collaboration and capacity-building worldwide.
Established in 1948, IUNS promotes the development and application of nutrition science through international cooperation and knowledge exchange.
IUNS also oversees the International Congress of Nutrition (ICN), held every four years. The 23rd ICN took place in Paris in 2025, with the 24th ICN scheduled to take place in Vancouver in 2029.
Federation of European Nutrition Societies (FENS)
The Federation of European Nutrition Societies (FENS) brings together national nutrition societies across Europe to support excellence in nutrition science, strengthen collaboration and promote the dissemination of nutrition research.
FENS oversees the European Nutrition Conference (ENC), held every four years, and supports collaboration between nutrition societies through its committees, working groups and other activities.
Academy of Nutrition Sciences (ANS)
The Academy of Nutrition Sciences (ANS) is an independent UK organisation representing nutrition science. Established in 2019 by four founder organisations — the Association for Nutrition, the British Dietetic Association, the British Nutrition Foundation and The Nutrition Society — the Academy promotes excellence in nutrition research, education, practice and communication.
ANS works to strengthen nutrition science as a discipline and support the application of robust evidence for public benefit.