FF News and Views – Aug 2023
Celebrating The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples We are thrilled to bring you another edition of our News and Views newsletter, highlighting the significant events and initiatives that define our mission of working towards transforming our food system. This month,...by 
Food FirstAugust 31, 2023
Food FirstAugust 31, 2023
FF News and Views – May 2023
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Launch of the Asia-Pacific Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition 2022 – Urban Food Systems and Nutrition Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. (2020). Mental health in agriculture: Asia-Pacific...by Food FirstMay 18, 2023
Food FirstMay 18, 2023
FF News and Views – June 2023
Introduction In this edition of our monthly newsletter, we celebrate the legacies of Juneteenth and honor Pride Month while addressing oppression, racism, and systemic discrimination in our food system. We strive for an equitable food system that recognizes the contributions of Black farmers...by Food FirstMay 18, 2023
Food FirstMay 18, 2023
FF News and Views – July 2023
Food First Fellow Spotlight We are thrilled to share with you the latest updates, stories, and initiatives in our ongoing mission to advocate for food justice and sustainable agriculture. At Food First, we believe that nurturing the next generation of leaders is crucial for building a just...by Food FirstMay 18, 2023
Food FirstMay 18, 2023
FF News and Views – March 2023
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Launch of the Asia-Pacific Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition 2022 – Urban Food Systems and Nutrition Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. (2020). Mental health in agriculture: Asia-Pacific...by Food FirstMarch 10, 2023
Food FirstMarch 10, 2023
FF News and Views – April 2023
Executive Director’s Note Hello All, We celebrate Earth Day on April 22, 2023. However, let us recognize the significance of this day, this month, and every day because it means investing in the sustainability of our planet. For our part, this month’s newsletter focuses on...by Food FirstMarch 10, 2023
Food FirstMarch 10, 2023
FF News and Views – Feb 2023
From the Desk of Ellen W. Harris, DrPH Hello All, In celebration of African American History Month, we close out February looking through the lens of African American food justice and sovereignty work that takes place every day, 24/7, across the country. In Detroit, we celebrate the...by Food FirstFebruary 26, 2023
Food FirstFebruary 26, 2023
FF News and Views – Jan 2023
From the Desk of Ellen W. Harris, DrPH Welcome year 2023. In the coming months we’ll honor legacy, respect forward movement, and act on our commitment to strengthen food justice and sovereignty in BIPOC communities. Our January newsletter features an overview of 2023 Farm Bill...by Food FirstJanuary 26, 2023
Food FirstJanuary 26, 2023
FF News and Views – Nov/Dec 2022
From the Desk of Ellen W. Harris, DrPH Regardless of who or where we are at this time of the year, many of us reflect and give thanks. We’ve faced several challenges. Our response to the COVID-19 pandemic continued. Economies globally, nationally, and locally with inflation at its highest...by Food FirstNovember 21, 2022
Food FirstNovember 21, 2022
FF News and Views – Oct 2022
From the Desk of Ellen W. Harris, DrPH Ten years ago in October 2010, Karen Washington kicked off the 4 th Annual Food Sovereignty Prize ceremony by stating “Hunger is not a question of production, it’s a question of justice, democracy and political will,”. While certain demographics may...by Food FirstOctober 21, 2022
Food FirstOctober 21, 2022