DEEPeR

Welcome to DEEPER!

Thank you for contributing to our effort to map research and non-research initiatives in diet and nutrition. Your input helps us understand the diverse and impactful work being done across Europe and beyond.

What is DEEPER?
DEEPER is the next phase in the ongoing effort to document and support the advancement of dietetics and nutrition initiatives. It is the transformation and continuation of the European Dietetic Action Plan (EuDAP) Database, originally launched in 2015 by the European Federation of the Associations of Dietitians (EFAD). The EuDAP Database played a key role in collecting and sharing actions taken by dietitians and related organizations to achieve better nutrition and sustainable health across Europe. Building on this foundation, DEEPER aims to further expand and update our understanding of current initiatives, both research and non-research, showcasing the breadth and diversity of activities contributing to healthier societies.

Background on EuDAP:
The European Dietetic Action Plan (EuDAP) 2015–2020 was established as a commitment by dietitians throughout Europe to actively support better nutrition and health, aligned with key European policies such as Health 2020 and the European Food and Nutrition Action Plan (FNAP). EuDAP focused on five main objectives:

  • Ensuring that healthy food and nutrition are accessible, affordable, attractive, and sustainable.

  • Promoting the benefits of a healthy diet throughout the life course, particularly for vulnerable groups.

  • Utilizing dietitians as educators and experts across community and clinical settings.

  • Demonstrating the effectiveness of dietitians in delivering improved health outcomes.

  • Strengthening governance, alliances, and networks to support health-in-all-policies.

DEEPER continues this mission, providing an updated platform to map, connect, and celebrate the impactful work happening throughout Europe and beyond.

Before you start, please note:

  • Each submission should cover one initiative only.

  • If you’re reporting more than one, please fill out a separate questionnaire for each.

To make the process easier, please prepare the following:

  • A brief description of the initiative:

    • For research: an abstract

    • For non-research: a short summary of who did what, when, and for whom

  • Any relevant files, pictures, and links

  • The contact details you’re happy to share publicly

Answer as thoroughly and honestly as possible. Your responses will help us better understand and showcase the breadth of work happening in dietetics and nutrition.

Thank you for being part of DEEPER!