Acacia Smith

Acacia Smith is an accomplished policy manager and mindfulness teacher with extensive experience in advancing sustainability and alternative protein initiatives across Europe. Currently serving as Senior Policy Manager at The Good Food Institute Europe, Acacia focuses on promoting public funding for plant-based and cultivated proteins to reduce the environmental impacts of conventional animal agriculture. In addition to this role, Acacia is Vice-President of EIT Food's Protein Diversification Think Tank, facilitating collaboration on food systems transition. Other relevant positions include Facilitator at Inner Green Deal, Manager of Environmental Affairs at IRU, and various roles in policy and advocacy organizations. Acacia holds advanced degrees in European Affairs and International Development, complemented by training as a Certified Mindfulness Teacher.