Join the
panel
We are looking to form a panel of up to 15 people that reflects the diverse perspectives and experiences of Fish+ stakeholders in Scotland.
Fish+ includes all animals, plants, and algae from aquatic environments.
Questions the panel will be exploring
Reconnecting
people
How can we reconnect people in Scotland with fish+, making it a valued, proud and vibrant part of our lives?
Wellbeing
economy
In a Wellbeing Economy that respects people and the environment, what would fish+ look, feel and taste like?
Long term
transformation
What policies, practices and systemic changes are needed to enable long-term transformation in the fish+ sector?
Composition
of the panel
We envision the panel including:
- Diverse producers in terms of scale, geographic region, fishing, harvesting, catching or cultivation methods, and products.
- Producer representatives
- Animal welfare representatives
- Environmental and conservation advocates
- People working in nutrition and / or public health
- Retailers and / or food service providers
- Processors
- Social justice advocacy, including workers’ rights.
- Interested members of the public
We will also be looking for panellists who are:
- Interested in building consensus around the role of fish+ in Scotland’s food system within the framework of the Good Food Nation Act.
- Committed to sharing learning from the panel with their own communities or networks.
- Reflect the geographic diversity of fish+ activity in Scotland.
- Available for at least 70% of the scheduled meetings over the course of the project – monthly 2hr online meetings and 3 site visits (dates are listed in the Selection Criteria document)
- Willing and able to read / listen to materials in advance and contribute thoughtfully to discussions and written outputs
- Based in Scotland or meaningfully involved in fish+ in Scotland
Once the panel is formed, participants will be invited to reflect on its composition. If any significant gaps are identified, we will recruit additional voices where possible.
Apply to
join the panel
We recognise that participating in the Fish+ in a Good Food Nation Panel will require time, energy, and commitment.
We want to ensure that participation is as accessible as possible – support will be available to help reduce barriers to involvement, such as a participation fee for those participating outside of their work commitments, and travel and accommodation costs for in-person meetings. We also acknowledge that different people prefer to engage with material in different ways – whether you prefer to listen to a podcast, read an academic article or have a conversation, we will strive to support whatever works best for you.
If you would prefer to apply by phone please email contact@fishplus.scot to arrange a phone call with a project representative.
Selection criteria
Download the Selection Criteria document (PDF, 100KB) for more details.
Application timeline
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12 MAY 2025 |
Applications open |
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10 JUNE 2025 |
Applications close (midnight) |
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20 JUNE 2025 |
Decisions made |
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23 JUNE 2025 |
Onboarding process begins |
The
Secretariat
Dr. Suzi Billing
Dr Suzannah-Lynn (Suzi) Billing holds a PhD in Marine Social Science from the University of Aberdeen and currently leads projects at the Scottish Association for Marine Science on the socio-cultural interactions of marine production systems, including seafood. She is member of the International Council for Exploration of the Sea (ICES) Working Group on the Social and Economic Dimensions of Aquaculture, and an advisor to the Scottish Seaweed Industry Association (SSIA).
Dr Ingrid Kelling
Dr Ingrid Kelling holds a PhD in Sustainable and Ethical Aquaculture Trade from the University of Stirling, and currently leads a research team at Heriot-Watt University focusing on building equity and inclusion in the seafood sector. Ingrid has previously worked at the European Parliament, OECD, WorldFish Center and Unilever ICF, and now holds several executive leadership industry positions, including co-Chair of the Board of the Global Seafood Sustainability Initiative (GSSI), Forum Convener for the Sustainable Aquaculture Forum of the Marine Alliance for Science and Technology Scotland (MASTS), and co-Chair of Women in Scottish Aquaculture (WiSA).
Pete Ritchie
Pete is Nourish Scotland’s Executive Director. He has a background in community development and social policy. Pete was a panellist of the Farming for 1.5 Inquiry, which Nourish Scotland co-ran with the National Farmers Union in 2019. The structure of which, has informed the Fish+ in a Good Food Nation Panel initiative. Pete also ran Whitmuir Organics Farm with his partner Heather Anderson. Being a farmer inspired him to want to want to change the food system in Scotland.
Donna Fordyce
Donna Fordyce is Chief Executive of Seafood Scotland and a passionate champion of Scotland’s seafood industry. Known for her strong leadership, she has helped steer the sector through major challenges like Brexit and Covid, while driving innovation, automation, and youth engagement. Donna is widely respected for her deep industry knowledge, her ability to unite stakeholders, and her role in revitalising key sectors such as langoustines. She continues to shape the future of Scottish seafood, promoting its world-class quality to global markets and opening new opportunities for the next generation.
Jeni Adamson
Jeni Adamson is Industry Engagement Manager at Seafood Scotland, where she works across the supply chain to strengthen partnerships and ensure programmes meet the needs of the whole sector – from fishing and aquaculture to processing, foodservice, and retail. With a background in marine biology and coastal science, and as a STEM Ambassador, Jeni is passionate about supporting the future workforce and driving growth across Scotland’s vibrant and world-renowned seafood sector.
Diana Garduño Jiménez
Diana is a Senior Food Justice officer at Nourish Scotland. She is passionate about supporting just & resilient food systems through citizen-led initiatives and policy. She is experienced in enhancing public participation in decision-making through creative facilitation methods. She leads on Nourish’s work in aquatic foods as well as managing a partnership of food and farming organisations to support Scotland’s transition to agroecology.
Olivia Morgan
Olivia is a Project Officer at Nourish Scotland. Her professional background is in social policy and research. She has a Master’s degree in Adult Education for Social Change, with a specific interest in the role of learning and knowledge exchange in community power building. Olivia supports Nourish’s work on aquatic foods and agroecology.
researcher
Dr. Scott Leatham
Scott is a researcher and consultant with a mixed academic and NGO background in political ecology. He has a PhD in Global Political Ecology. Their ongoing research varies from generative AI’s impact on knowledge ecosystems to Queer / planetary justice intersections. Through participative methods, his recent work has focused on how democratic, plural, and problem-oriented policymaking can help address interconnected crises.
More info: https://www.leatham.scot/