It’s that time of year again! As we get ready for the holidays, we’re always on the lookout for the perfect gifts for loved ones.
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Oppose the New “Public Charge” Rule
Elena
On October 10th, 2018, the Department of Homeland Security published an update to the “public charge” rule that would force immigrant families to make the
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Recap: Panel Discussion on New U.N. Report “Agricultural Workers and the Right to Food”
Elena
On October 25th, Hilal Elver, the U.N. Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food released the report, “Agricultural Workers and the Right to Food.” In
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The Struggle Continues: MPP and the Brazilian Fisherfolk Advance the Right to Food
Elena
Introduction From resisting displacement to advocating for fishers’ rights, Brazilian fisherfolk have long engaged in actions of resistance to protect their land and communities. In
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WhyHunger 33rd Hungerthon Campaign Launches Today and You Can Help
Elena
Recent hunger stats show that 40 million Americans, including more than 12 million children don’t know where their next meal is coming from. Far too
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Past, Present & Future: Black Panther Highlights Self-Determination, Local Development and Organizing in the Black Community
Elena
“What happens now, determines what happens to the rest of the world.” -King T’Challa, Black Panther The new Black Panther movie by Marvel, based on a
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What We’re Reading: Article Round-Up
Elena
At WhyHunger we know it’s important to stay critically informed on the issues related to hunger and poverty, while also uplifting the voices, stories and
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Storytelling Spotlight: East Bay Asian Youth Center
Elena
Each Thursday at Martin Luther King, Jr. elementary school in West Oakland, Monica Parks shows up before her three girls are out of class for
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Learn About Joe D’Urso’s Rockland-Bergen Music Festival!
Elena
Our longtime friend and Board Member Joe D'Urso's 3rd annual Rockland-Bergen Music Festival is coming up on June 25-26, so I interviewed him to learn
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Meet Hungerthon Volunteers!
Elena
Hungerthon isn’t over yet, but here at the WhyHunger office we're already reflecting on how grateful we are for the volunteers that make it possible
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