International Commission for Dietitian-Nutritionist Education and Accreditation

I-CDEA is a key group leading, on behalf of ICDA, the guidance, development, and increased awareness of the standards of education and training that underpin the profession.

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Current Objectives of The I-CDEA Program Include:

  • To Provide Assurance to the public in any country, that graduates from an accredited program meet the minimum international standards for a dietitian- Nutritionist
  • To Assist with mobility within the profession across borders where this is appropriate and to provide a basis for assessment of qualifications gained in a different country.
  • To ensure that Universities are providing educational programs that meet the International Standards.
  • To Contribute to the Development of the dietetics profession and to enhance the image of the dietition-nutritionist.

The I-CDEA has a Steering Council and this Council is made up of representation from around the world.

The Chair of the Council is Professor Janeane Dart and the ICDA Board representative/liaison is Dr Elizabeth Solis-Perez.

Dr. Elizabeth Solis-Perez
ICDA Board Member and is the ICDA Board of Director member who is the liaison for the I-CDEA

ABOUT ME

Professor Janeane Dart
I-CDEA Executive Director

Professor Janeane Dart

I am a leading academic and Advanced Accredited Practicing Dietitian in Australia with over 30 years of experience in the profession – as clinician, educator and researcher. My career has mostly been situated in Australia but also in the UK for 7 years. I have been working at Monash University in Melbourne, since 2008 in the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food and am currently Director of Education and Acting Head of Department.

I am recognised for my sustained leadership in enhancing teaching quality and educational standards including involvement in national competency standard development in Australia. I am an established leader in the profession and currently serve as an elected Board Director of Dietitians Australia (2024- ).

My pioneering program of research has been in professionalism and sociocultural factors in dietetics which has been transformative, informing education and practice globally, including competency standards, curriculum and assessment.

I care deeply about the future of our profession - fostering innovation and inclusion and embracing our diversity. I am honoured to be the Executive Director for the I-CDEA. I look forward to continuing to shape education and accreditation for I-CDEA in collaboration with the Steering Council members, the Board Directors of ICDA and collaborations with NDA’s and their members around the world.  

About Me
Professor Winnie Chee (Asia)
Academic and Registered Dietitian

Professor Winnie Chee

I am a leading academic and registered dietitian in Malaysia with over 30 years of experience in clinical nutrition, research, and education. My pioneering work has significantly advanced the role of medical nutrition therapy in the management of diabetes, obesity, and osteoporosis through translational research, public health initiatives, and professional training. I currently serve as the Director of the Institute of Research, Development & Innovation (IRDI) at the International Medical University (IMU), where I lead strategic initiatives to drive impactful, interdisciplinary research and strengthen academia-industry-community partnerships.

As one of the founding members of the Malaysian Dietitians' Association (MDA), I have played a pivotal role in shaping the profession in Malaysia, having served as President (2014-2020), current Vice-President, and Council Member of the Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council (MAHPC). My leadership has been instrumental in advancing national standards for dietetic education, credentialing, and practice. I contributed to the development of the original International Competency Standards for Dietitian Nutritionists. In addition, I serve as a Consultant Dietitian at IMU Healthcare, where I provide medical nutrition therapy for patients with obesity, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease. My vision is to strengthen Malaysia's capacity in nutrition science and innovation through evidence-based research, digital health solutions, and translational practice that empowers individuals and communities to achieve better health outcomes through food as medicine.

About Me
Professor Zehra Buyuktuncer
Head of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Hacettepe University

Professor Zehra Buyuktuncer

I am currently the Head of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Hacettepe University and was appointed Professor in 2018. I worked as a lecturer in the Department of Clinical Sciences at the University of Chester in the UK between 2008-2010, and also as a visiting researcher at Columbia University, Irving Medical Centre and Sleep Centre of Excellence in the United States in 2019-2020. I graduated with a BSc degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Hacettepe University in 2000 and completed an MSc in Dietetics in 2003 and a PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics in 2008 at the Institute of Health Sciences, Hacettepe University.

I am the Turkish delegate to the European Federation of Associations of Dietitians (EFAD) and the International Confederation of Dietetic Associations (ICDA). I am also a member of the Food and Nutrition Working Group of the Turkish Academy of Sciences since 2018. Her research interests cover various aspects of nutritional sciences including functional foods, gut microbiome, circadian rhythm and gene-diet interactions.

About Me
Dr. Casey Colin (North America)
Associate Professor, Didactic Program in Dietetics Director, and Researcher.

Dr. Casey Colin

I am based in Jacksonville, Florida, United States, where I serve as an associate professor, Didactic Program in Dietetics Director, and researcher at the University of North Florida. My work focuses on how future dieticians build and apply their competencies in practice, and I'm deeply passionate about helping them grow into confident, compassionate professionals. I'm excited to join I-CDEA's forward-thinking global community to exchange ideas, learn from diverse perspectives, and help shape a more innovative and inclusive future for our profession.

About Me
PhD. Rebecca Monroy Torres (Latin America)
Nutritionist

PhD. Rebecca Monroy Torres

I am a Certified Nutritionist (NC - Nutriologo Certifado in Spanish) and currently the Vice President of the Mexican College of Nutritionists. I am a professor and researcher at the University of Guanajuato, with over two decades of experience in academic and clinical nutrition. My work has encompassed curriculum design, student training, and research supervision at both undergraduate and graduate levels. My main research focus is Environmental Nutrition and Food Security. I lead various initiatives centered on sustainable nutrition, public health, and the right to food.

I am the Founder and Director of the University Observatory of Food and Nutritional Security of the State of Guanajuato, a pioneering platform that connects academia, policymaking, and community engagement to address critical nutrition challenges.

About Me
Doris Cement Nanga, MSc, RD (Africa)

Lecturer in Dietetics

Doris Cement Nanga

I am a Lecturer in Dietetics at the Lilogwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) in Malawi. I am a founding member of the Association of Dietitians in Malawi (ADM) and served as its first President from 2017 to 2023, where I led the groundwork that established the association and promoted national recognition of the profession.

Since dietetics is still a relatively new field in Malawi, I have been actively involved in advocacy, curriculum development, capacity building, and setting professional standards to ensure the growth and sustainability of the profession. My decision to join the International Confederation of Dietetics Association's I-CDEA is driven by my commitment to strengthening dietetics in Malawi through global engagement. I view this platform as a valuable opportunity to exchange knowledge, foster international collaborations, and draw on best practices that can inform local innovations and ultimately improve nutrition and health outcomes.

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Dr. Francesca Tabachi (Europe/UK)
Specialist Oncology Dietitian

Dr. Francesca Tabachi

I am Dr. Francesca Tabacchi, Specialist Oncology Dietitian and Lecturer at Oxford Brookes University, UK. My research focuses on the prevention, early identification and treatment of malnutrition in cancer patients. I have clinical experience across the NHS in oncology and palliative care, and I lecture in a Master of Dietetics. I am also ASAD (Associazione tecnico Scientifica dell'Alimentazione, Nutrizione e Dietetica dei Dietisti Italiani) delegate in EFAD.

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