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44.2 million people in the US live in households experiencing food insecurity. In our nation of plenty, it’s time to rethink the way we respond to food insecurity. Listen to M'Kayl Lewis, MBA, MS, NBC-HWC (EMBA/MS ’23) describe innovative and necessary solutions to ensure that our communities receive the nutrition they need. How might you support food security initiatives in your community? Comment below to share your insights. #CornellMBA #CornellBusiness #FoodInsecurity #LeadershipDevelopment #HealthcareLaders

Did you know that 57% of our Knoxville neighbors face food insecurity? Food insecurity is the lack of reliable access to sufficient, affordable, and nutritious food. The United Way of Greater Knoxville is committed to establishing a just and equitable food system, ensuring everyone in Knox County can access healthy, affordable food. Join us in making a difference! Check out this article to learn more about our efforts to combat food insecurity. https://lnkd.in/g3K-uKB6 #Unite4Change

Check out the interesting way that the value of Food Co-ops in communities is used as a way to address food insecurity and access to healthy food! https://lnkd.in/enTAs9v3

This time of year when so much of our focus is on food, let's not forget that food insecurity is very real for so many in our area. One solution to address food insecurity is the little food pantry (LFP) movement. Find out more (including where to find local LFPs and how to start one as well) on our website (https://bit.ly/3nTecjn)!

Hunger is all about power dynamics. Food insecurity stems from a problem of access rather than availability in the US, and our current anti-hunger solution is to grant some organizations and individuals authority over its distribution, while people experiencing hunger are at the mercy of their judgements and biases. While we have a long way to go to overthrow this system, here are a few small steps that food pantries can take to begin to shift the power balance.

S:US believes that food is a basic right. Food security programs, like our Urban Farming and Community Fridge initiatives, are embedded into our core services to address food insecurity. Read our White Paper, “Uniting on Food Justice: An Innovative Approach from a Health and Human Services Organization to learn more about how we are addressing food injustice.

When it comes to food safety during the big game, you can’t just wing it. 🐔 Chicken wings are one of the most popular foods to eat during the #SuperBowl, and U.S. Department of Agriculture has some tips to keep foodborne illness from intercepting your Super Bowl Sunday:🏈 https://ow.ly/SXAr50QyKKh #SuperBowlFood

Arkansas, we have a pressing challenge to tackle: food insecurity. With recent data revealing that our state has one of the highest rates of food insecurity in the nation, action is urgently needed. Approximately 20% of Arkansans currently face this issue, impacting their health and productivity. We cannot overlook the importance of providing access to nutritious, affordable food for all. Join the conversation and explore how we can come together to build a stronger, more resilient future. #FoodInsecurity #ArkansasStrong #BuildingCommunities https://lnkd.in/eyETq6NP

S:US believes that food is a basic right. Read S:US’ White Paper, “Uniting on Food Justice: An Innovative Approach from a Health and Human Service Organization,” which discusses the complexities of food insecurity, highlights innovations and best practices in food justice, and calls for collective action to eradicate food insecurity in our communities.

Ways to afford food on a fixed budget in California https://lnkd.in/gc5Yg7X9 Experts ABC10 spoke with say there are programs and strategies to help people make and meet their food budget. #foodinsecurity #foodsecurity #fightinghunger #feedinghope #ranchocordova #california #rcfl