Chronic diseases are the leading cause of death in the world.
Healthy diets are proven to prevent, manage and sometimes even reverse diseases like diabetes, heart diseases, Alzheimer’s and some cancers.
Solving the Problem at its Root
By empowering healthcare professionals with the tools, techniques, and knowledge to treat their patients differently, we empower them to enhance patient care and save lives around the world, while also protecting our planet and global resources.
As an observer to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), PAN International is committed to amplifying the voices of health professionals on the critical intersection of climate change and nutrition.
Our observer status provides a platform to advocate for policies that address the health implications of climate change while also highlighting the health co-benefits of climate action. By engaging with policymakers and international bodies, we aim to ensure that health professionals' expertise informs climate action and promotes sustainable, resilient food systems.
PAN International’s global efforts are led by a diverse team of experts who are strongly united in their passion about creating a healthier and more sustainable world – through nutrition.
Board
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![Kerstin Plehwe]()
Kerstin Plehwe
Chairwoman
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![Wendy Walrabenstein]()
Dr. Wendy Walrabenstein
RD, Vice Chair & Treasurer
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![Ronnie Hannsson]()
Ronnie Hannsson
M.Sc. RD, Board Member
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![Dr. Monika Griefahn]()
Dr. Monika Griefahn
Board Member
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![Dr. Allan Kornberg]()
Dr. Allan Kornberg
M.D., M.B.A., FAAP,
Board Member -
![Dawn Moncrief]()
Dawn Moncrief
Board Member
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![Dee Benam]()
Dee Benam
Board Secretary
Team
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![Dr. Nanine Wyma]()
Dr. Nanine Wyma
Director of Transformation
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![Salvatore Melidoro]()
Salvatore Melidoro
International Partnership & Operations Manager
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![Dr. Miriam Sonntag]()
Dr. Miriam Sonntag
Lead Nutrition Scientist
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![Dr. Roberta Alessandrini]()
Dr. Roberta Alessandrini
Director Dietary Guidelines Initiative
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![Katie Dunn]()
Katie Dunn
Social Media Manager
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![Megan Fischer Tile]()
Megan Fischer
Director of Operations
Questions for the board or our team? Please contact us.
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Get our Climate-Friendly Food Guide
Scientists and environmental groups worldwide advocate for plant-based foods to help combat climate change and significantly improve human health. Good health starts in the kitchen. Therefore we created the Climate-Friendly Food Guide in partnership with A Well-Fed World, offering recipes, tips, and resources.