IFT Member Resource Groups are identity-based groups created and run by members from communities that have historically been underrepresented and under-supported in the organization and/or science of food profession. Resource groups will serve as a space to create community and strategically collaborate to address challenges and opportunities members commonly experience.

Currently, there are four active resource groups. IFT members can check out their IFT connect pages here:

• African American, African, Black Resource Group
• Women’s Resource Group
• Proud Resource Group
• Early Careerist Resource Group

All four resource groups have exciting and eye-opening webinars scheduled in the upcoming year which are open to the public and FREE to attend. Check out the calendar to join us!

2024 Webinars

As of March 1st, 2024, all IFT Member Resource Group Webinars are FREE to attend for both IFT members and non-members.

Heritage Foods, Health, and Nutrition in the African Diaspora: Insights from Tambra Raye Stevenson MPH, MA for the Science of Food Community 

2/6/2024 | 11 am -12 pm CT

Finding Nexus Threads: An Authentic Conversation on Women's Lived Experiences in the Science of Food 

3/21/2024 | 11 am-12:15 pm CT

Neurodiversity in the Science of Food: Influence and Imperative Explored with Neurodiversity Expert Brandon Maxwell - Sponsored by Ingredion

5/2/2024 | 11 am – 12 pm CT

Confident & Informed: Understanding LGBTQIA+ Safety and Rights for Self and Peers in the Science of Food Workplace

6/28/2024 | 12 – 1:30 pm CT

IFT Early Careerist Resource Group’s Live Web Event   

8/22/2024 | 11 am – 12 pm CT

Elevate your Impact: Guidance from DEIB Pros for the Science of Food Community

11/5/2024 | 11 am – 12 pm CT

Not an IFT Member Yet?

To enjoy even more programing provided by our resource groups, learn more about membership today!