Sustain is a national network of organisations and institutions who work together to develop and implement practical solutions to food system problems. We focus on the ecological, cultural, economic and political dimensions of the food system, and work collaboratively to build pathways towards a sustainable, healthy and fair food future for all. Sustain works alongside government, business and community stakeholders as a national Food Network, supporting the transition to a food system that works for all Australians. Sustain continues the legacy of the VicHealth-funded Food Alliance, formerly based at Deakin University. Sustain is an incorporated Company limited by Guarantee, and is a Health Promotion Charity with full tax deductible status, registered with the Australian Charities and not-for-profits Commission. Sustain is based at William Angliss Institute in the heart of Melbourne. Mission To work together with governments, the public and community health sector, research institutions and other key food system stakeholders across the public, private and community sectors, to support the development of food systems that are fair, connected, healthy and sustainable. Objects Sustain: The Australian Food Network is established for the public charitable purpose of promoting the prevention or the control of diseases in human beings, by: Supporting local government to adopt and implement policies to protect, improve and promote the public health of their communities Building the capacity of food system stakeholders to adopt and implement diverse changes to protect and enhance the health of all Australians Establishing and coordinating the Australian Food Network Facilitating the development of communities of food system practice Facilitating and publishing community-engaged food systems research Providing food systems advice, consultancy and training services for the promotion and development of healthy and sustainable food systems