Federal and local governments have continued to pass policies and aid packages to try and address the economic fallout from the Coronavirus pandemic. Figuring out which pieces apply to which sectors can be daunting. We’ve rounded up some links and resources for deciphering what programs provide aid to farmers and food systems stakeholders, as well […]
Federal and local governments have continued to pass policies and aid packages to try and address the economic fallout from the Coronavirus pandemic. Figuring out which pieces apply to which sectors can be daunting. We’ve rounded up some links and resources for deciphering what programs provide aid to farmers and food systems stakeholders, as well […]
by Nicole Sugerman, Policy Manager The biggest story of the past month is the police and extrajudicial murders of yet more Black people, resulting in global uprisings in the midst of a pandemic. My heart is heavy for the families and memories of Rayshard Brooks, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. The subsequent calls to value […]
Two weeks ago, Movement For Black Lives’ Electoral Justice Project introduced the federal BREATHE Act. The organization explains, “We are rising up against all the ways that the criminal-legal system has harmed and failed to protect Black communities. The current moment requires a solution that fundamentally shifts how we envision community-care and invest in our […]
Two weeks ago, Movement For Black Lives’ Electoral Justice Project introduced the federal BREATHE Act. The organization explains, “We are rising up against all the ways that the criminal-legal system has harmed and failed to protect Black communities. The current moment requires a solution that fundamentally shifts how we envision community-care and invest in our […]
I sent out a stand-alone email earlier this month with some election resources, but I wanted to take this space to delve into this year’s election a little more. As a 501(c)(3), NESAWG cannot take positions on candidates or influence elections in any way, but can provide nonpartisan voter education. We urge you to inform […]
I sent out a stand-alone email earlier this month with some election resources, but I wanted to take this space to delve into this year’s election a little more. As a 501(c)(3), NESAWG cannot take positions on candidates or influence elections in any way, but can provide nonpartisan voter education. We urge you to inform […]
Post-election, we are assessing what the election results will mean for federal food policy moving forward. Here are a few resources and issues to keep on your radar in the coming months. No matter our race, class or zip code, we all want a democratically elected, well functioning government who supports our ability to stay […]
Post-election, we are assessing what the election results will mean for federal food policy moving forward. Here are a few resources and issues to keep on your radar in the coming months. No matter our race, class or zip code, we all want a democratically elected, well functioning government who supports our ability to stay […]
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by Raina Kennedy For the last year I, along with a whole group of active and dedicated organizers, have been working to open a black-led food co-op in Central Brooklyn (generally defined as the Crown Heights and Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhoods). Though I have been on staff for a year many of my fellow organizers have been […]
by Raina Kennedy For the last year I, along with a whole group of active and dedicated organizers, have been working to open a black-led food co-op in Central Brooklyn (generally defined as the Crown Heights and Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhoods). Though I have been on staff for a year many of my fellow organizers have been […]
Immigrants to the United States often experience significant obstacles as they seek to create a life here. Financial, cultural, language, education, and a whole host of other concerns can overwhelm immigrant communities. This is why many immigrant groups have historically organized their communities to provide mutual aid and resources that ease the stress, suffering, and […]
Immigrants to the United States often experience significant obstacles as they seek to create a life here. Financial, cultural, language, education, and a whole host of other concerns can overwhelm immigrant communities. This is why many immigrant groups have historically organized their communities to provide mutual aid and resources that ease the stress, suffering, and […]
