You’re invited – Dudley Food Network Launch, 8th October 2025

Join Black Country Foodbank for the launch of the Dudley Food Network – bringing together food charities, community organisations and partners across the borough to work towards a shared vision:

– Ensuring people in Dudley have access to healthy, budget-friendly, and culturally appropriate food.
– Sharing ideas, resources, and support.
– Reducing duplication and food waste.
– Strengthening community connections and building skills for self-reliance.

This event will be the first step in mapping food support services across Dudley, building collaboration, and exploring future partnerships with local restaurants, businesses and beyond.

Event Schedule:

9.30 – 10.00am
Arrival and networking, hot drinks & pastries

10.00am – 11.00am
Welcome & presentations, including:
– James Henderson on the Your Local Pantry model
– Ekho Collective CIC on The Village Kitchen Experiment
– BCFB Parter Project

11.00am – 12midday
Networking

You’re welcome to bring information with you about your ideas and projects to share within the available networking times. If you would like to reserve a table, please indicate this when booking.

Please RSVP by booking via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dudley-food-network-launch-tickets-1656280622929?aff=oddtdtcreator