We are gearing up for a dynamic new addition to our Food Justice Voices series, the Youth Food Justice Zine and need your help! The
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South African Social Movements and the Two Legacies of Nelson Mandela: An Interview with Ricado Jacobs of the Food Sovereignty Campaign of South Africa
Tristan Quinn-Thibodeau
In light of Nelson Mandela Day (July 18th, his birthday), WhyHunger interviewed Ricado Jacobs of the Food Sovereignty Campaign of South Africa (fully, “Right to
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2014 WhyHunger Chapin Awards Recap
Katrina Moore
Earlier this week, the 15th annual WhyHunger Chapin Awards, “Hope to End Hunger,” took place at the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square, New York.
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Community Food Projects Grantee Spotlight: Jones Valley Teaching Farm
Katrina Moore
This spotlight is a feature in a series of the USDA Community Food Project Competitive Grant Program (CFP). Grantees are doing some of the most
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Rapping at RIC
Brooke Smith
Hundreds of youth (and a few of us from WhyHunger!) gathered at the end of July in South Los Angeles for the 15th annual Rooted
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Hip-Hop Inspired Tribute to Cesar Chavez
Christina Bronsing
Just one month ago, we were surrounded by the the incredible honorees of this year's 2013 Harry Chapin Self-Reliance Award winners at the WhyHunger Chapin Awards Dinner.
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Kids Can Make a Difference: Finding Solutions to Poverty and Inequality
Siena Chrisman
For 19 years, the Kids Can Make a Difference program (KIDS) has been helping kids and their teachers take action against hunger and poverty. Originally
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Celebrating Maya
Siena Chrisman
WhyHunger congratulates our partner and friend Maya Salsedo for winning the prestigious 2012 Brower Youth Award in recognition of her work for food justice, in particular her
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On Film: art as activism!
Brooke Smith
Want to know what it looks like to "transform" your block through art, food justice activism, community organizing, and a whole lot of love? From
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Building a House for Tim the Hen
Lorrie Clevenger
Photos and story by Lorrie Clevenger, Capacity Building Coordinator Community School PS 211 in the Bronx, NYC, is preparing to receive a flock of chickens
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