The Decent Work for Equitable Food Systems Coalition is calling for decent work across food systems.
African Farmer and Entrepreneur to Lead Slow Food International
Ugandan farmer and social entrepreneur Edie Mukiibi is committed to shaping the future of regenerative farming communities worldwide in his new role as President of Slow Food International.
New Survey Finds Young Farmers Are Motivated by Environmental Conservation and Social Justice
Despite facing systemic challenges, young farmers are pushing to steward the land responsibly.
NYC-Based Grassroots Collective Uses Food as a Tool of Resistance
This collective focuses on developing concrete strategies to address environmental sustainability, food sovereignty, racial equity, and economic justice.
Report Investigates the Past, Present, and Future of Agrochemicals and Environmental Justice
New resources help students understand the ways industrial agriculture and agrochemicals impact their own communities and surrounding environments.
Faith and Food Justice Conference Highlights Root Causes of Unfair Food Systems
Farmers, faith leaders, and activists came together to advocate for economically, racially, and ecologically equitable farm communities.
The Future of Food Festival @ SXSW 2022
From March 11 through 18, 2022, join SXSW, Huston-Tillotson University, Food Tank, The James Beard Foundation, Little Herds, The Cook’s Nook and more for an unforgettable series of activations, discussion and interactive experiences all curated around building more sustainable food systems.
The Future of Food @ SXSW Day 2
On March 18, 2022, Food Tank’s Nourishing America Tour will stop in Austin, Texas, at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival for the second part of the summit themed “The Future of Food.”
Watch “Gather” @ SXSW
On March 14, 2022, Food Tank will screen “Gather,” an intimate portrait of the growing movement amongst Native Americans to reclaim their spiritual, political and cultural identities through food sovereignty, while battling the trauma of centuries of genocide. A post-screening panel discussion will feature A-dae Romero-Briones and Danielle Nierenberg.
Food-Film Watch Parties @ SXSW
On March 14 and 15, 2022, Food Tank’s Nourishing America Tour will stop in Austin, Texas, at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival for food-focused film screenings, delicious snacks, and fireside chats. The films “Gather,” “Man in the Field,” “Last Harvest,” and “Ants and the Grasshopper” will be featured.
The Future of Food @ SXSW Day 1
On March 12, 2022, Food Tank’s Nourishing America Tour will stop in Austin, Texas, at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival for a summit themed “The Future of Food.”
SUMMIT @ SXSW. Just Food: Community, Culture & Economy
On March 11, 2022, Food Tank’s Nourishing America Tour will stop in Austin, Texas, at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival for a summit themed “Just Food: Community, Culture, and Economy” in collaboration with Huston-Tillotson University.
BCAGlobal Discusses Food, Race, and Social Justice
BCAGlobal recently hosted a virtual conversation and fundraiser focused on food, race, and social justice.
How Columbia University May Play a Role in the “Food Gentrification” of West Harlem
Since the 1980s, West Harlem has been experiencing rapid gentrification. Columbia University may be contributing to the community’s changes, especially to its food landscape.
20 Heroines Revolutionizing Food Activism to Improve the Planet
Twenty female food activists from around the world aim to improve the global food system on International Women’s Day 2020.
Global Changemakers Meet in Atlanta to Address Food Security
More than 200 changemakers convened at the Global Summit on Food Security in Atlanta. With a community of experts and advocates, Food Tank explored ways to better understand equity issues through the lens of food.
14 Organizations Changing the Face of America’s Farmers
To celebrate this week’s World Day of Social Justice, Food Tank is highlighting the organizations doing more to support minority farmers and transform America’s farming narrative.
Fighting for Farm Workers’ Rights, “Boycotts Always Work”
On Food Talk, FLOC founder and President Baldemar Velasquez tells how migrant farm workers surmount harsh conditions as a union of families.
An Equitable and Ethical Meal Needs Diverse Stakeholders at the Table
Environmental Scientist Dr. Cristina Tirado discusses how the TEEBAgriFood report guides policymakers to consider human rights and social values in our food system.
