Latest Conferences
2022
SAAFECS hosts the 15th International biannual conference in South Africa (online), which features research from local and international researchers in areas of foods and nutrition, clothing and textiles, housing and interior, hospitality management, consumer behaviour and decision –making, entrepreneurship, education and community development as well as sustainability and globalization.
Programme and Book of Abstracts
Herewith the final programme for the 15th International SAAFECS Conference.
Conference Gallery
Due to the online nature of the conference, no photos were taken
2020
SAAFECS hosts an International biannual conference in South Africa, which features research from local and international researchers in areas of foods and nutrition, clothing and textiles, housing and interior, hospitality management, consumer behaviour and decision –making, entrepreneurship, education and community development as well as sustainability and globalization.
Programme and Book of Abstracts
Herewith the final programme for the 14th International SAAFECS Conference.
Conference Gallery
Some of our SAAFECS Facebook members who attended the SAAFECS Conference in 2020
Prof Kempen extending a note of thanks to SAAFECS Conference (2020) attendees
Dr Francois Naudé, SUPERT EACHER, a staunch supporter of SAAFECS
Prof Geoff Goldman presenting his keynote address at the 2020 SAAFECS Conference
SAAFECS members at the 2020 Conference Cocktail Function
Mr. Chandru Wadhwani from Extrupet presenting his keynote address at the 2020 SAAFECS Conference
Mr Magoshi - Gauteng Co-ordinator of SACE presenting at the 2020 SAAFECS Conference
Mrs Joyce Pasha, one of our teacher-presenters at the 2020 SAAFEC Conference
Ms Latiefa Behardien from Woolworths Foods presenting her keynote address at the 2020 SAAFECS Conference
2018
13th International SAAFECS Conference 3-5 – 9 March 2018
• Food and Nutrition
• Entrepreneurship
• Fashion and Clothing
• Education
Programme and Book of Abstracts
Herewith the final programme for the 13th International SAAFECS Conference.
Conference Gallery
Action - teaching & learning focus
A few of the Conference attendees in their finest
One of the ladies at the craft exhibits during the conference
Dr Ashika Naicker presenting on 'The Global Nutrition & Epidemiologic Initiative- Changing the Food environment
Prof Leila Goosen during her keynote presentation on online learning
Part of the exciting fashion show hosted during the conference
Previous Conference & Gallery Photos
Some of our SAAFECS Facebook members who attended the SAAFECS Conference in 2020
SAAFECS members at the 2020 Conference Cocktail Function
Prof Kempen extending a note of thanks to SAAFECS Conference (2020) attendees
Prof Geoff Goldman presenting his keynote address at the 2020 SAAFECS Conference
Ms Latiefa Behardien from Woolworths Foods presenting her keynote address at the 2020 SAAFECS Conference
Mrs Joyce Pasha, one of our teacher-presenters at the 2020 SAAFEC Conference
Mr. Chandru Wadhwani from Extrupet presenting his keynote address at the 2020 SAAFECS Conference
Mr Magoshi – Gauteng Co-ordinator of SACE presenting at the 2020 SAAFECS Conference
Dr Francois Naudé, SUPERT EACHER, a staunch supporter of SAAFECS
Prof Leila Goosen during her keynote presentation on online learning
Part of the exciting fashion show hosted during the conference
One of the ladies at the craft exhibits during the conference
2016 SAAFECS Conference Delegates from Eastern Cape Department of Education
‘The Global Nutrition & Epidemiologic Initiative- Changing the Food environment
Action – teaching & learning focus
2016 SAAFECS Conference Prof Kempen & Mrs Van Heerden explaining the value of SAAFECS
A few of the Conference attendees in their finest
2016 SAAFECS Conference Prof Elizabeth Boshoff explaining publication processes
What is new?
WIL Indaba: University of Zululand: 18 - 20 September 2024
We are pleased to invite you to the inaugural WIL Indaba, hosted by the University of Zululand's Departments of Recreation and Tourism, alongside the Department of Consumer Science. This significant event will take place from September 18th to 20th, 2024, and will bring together academics, industry leaders, government representatives, civil society, and students to explore the intricacies of Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) and to develop a cohesive WIL framework.
The WIL Indaba addresses the ongoing misalignment between academia and industry. This essential dialogue aims to align industry expectations with academic instruction and ensure that funding for WIL initiatives is utilized effectively and diligently.
Virtual attendance option Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/99790399812
Agenda Overview:
- Day 1: Focus on Curriculum – Africanization, Artificial Intelligence (AI), University-Industry Collaborative Engagements
- Day 2: Focus on WIL Guidelines and Practice Framework
- Day 3: Student Indaba, Focus on the Student Voice
We look forward to your participation and the opportunity to engage with you directly. Please feel free to contact Ms Anele Sibisi at: sibisia@unizulu.ac.za
22nd ARAHE Biennial International Congress
The 22nd ARAHE Biennial International Congress will be held on 7-10 August 2025 * Manila, Philippines
For more information, please visit the website: https://www.pathescu.org/
2024 Nutrition congress
Please see the Save the Date attached for the 2024 Nutrition Congress.
The congress will be held 2-4 October 2024 at the Elangeni Hotel, Durban.
The call for abstracts is open until 18 March 2024 on the congress website www.nutritioncongress.co.za
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