The celebration of World Food Day was a collaborative effort, involving FEBA, Banca pentru Alimente Bucharest, Banca pentru Alimente Cluj, Banca locală for food Roman, Banca pentru Alimente Brasov, Banca pentru Alimente Oradea, Banca Regională for Food Timișoara, Banca Regională pentru Alimente Craiova, and the Banca Regională Alimente Galați Association. International partners, national and regional authorities, and partner organizations joined in this collective mission to support individuals in need and reduce food waste.
Notable contributors to the event included Mr. Aurel Simion, Secretary of State within the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mr. Florin-Alexandru Alexe, Lelia Mancaș from Edenred Romania, Gabriel Ivan from CHEP, Irina Siminenco representing Nestlé, and Gabriel Carnariu from the Embassy of Sustainability in Romania. They shared valuable insights during the first panel discussion on food waste legislation and international and national partnerships.
Colleagues from various regions of the country, along with regional partner companies and organizations, traveled extensively to share the accomplishments achieved together. Their stories revealed the profound impact of food, extending beyond nourishment to encompass care and dignity for those in need. These partnerships, which initially started modestly, have since become steadfast sources of support. The collective gratitude extends to everyone who has displayed courage and commitment in driving positive change. Notable contributors include Banca pentru Alimente Brasov, Perutnina Romania, the Alexandru-Valentin Association, the Local Bank for Food Roman, Merlin Beverages, the Don Guanella Opera Association, the Craiova Food Bank, Amifarm, Ziarul Sanatatea, the Cluj Food Bank, the Prison Fellowship Romania Foundation – Public Utility Foundation, Banca pentrualimente Bucharest, MEGGLE Romania, and the Touched Romania Association.
