“Mother Earth says: ‘Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.’” This was among the messages conveyed through an interactive socio-drama, or mistica, that took
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A Mixed Bag: Considerations on Backpack Programs and Family Dynamics
India Rodgers
This article is based on opinions from staff at food banks around the country. If you have comments or questions, please email us at [email protected]
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The global land grab is easily one of the most dangerous and pressing threats to ending hunger and promoting food justice. In "The Great Land
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On Friday, September 9th, WhyHunger held the first national gathering of the Community Learning Project for Food Justice in coordination with the Growing Food and
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Candice Comisi
Have you ever wanted to learn how you and your community organization can be a part of dismantling racism in the food system? The Growing
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Patricia Rojas
Today I will be participating in the Intensive Leadership Facilitator Training (ILFT) at the 4th annual Growing Food and Justice for All Initiative (GFJI) Gathering.
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Hurricane Irene Devastates Northeast Farms and Communities
Siena Chrisman
UPDATE 9/23/11: Farmers around the Northeast are still struggling in the wake of massive flooding from Hurricane Irene and the rains of tropical storm Lee
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Top 5 Powerful Moments of the Food and Freedom Ride
Siena Chrisman
By Roy Frias; photos by Siena Chrisman In California this week, the second of the Live Real Food and Freedom Rides is making its way
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NYC Food Justice Activist Stands Up for Climate Change Justice in Washington, DC
Nancy Romer
On the morning of August 20th, I spent 53 hours locked up in Washington, DC after being arrested for participating in a non-violent civil disobedience
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WhyHunger at Nyéléni 2011 European Food Sovereignty Forum, Krems, Austria
Christina Schiavoni
Five years ago, a historic event took place in the West African country of Mali. Social movements from around thegoose couple vente world gathered together
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