AMETEK’s Post

The legacy of economic injustice and the burden of hunger fall heavily on rural communities. Rural communities experience alarming rates of food insecurity as policies fail to address the agricultural, economic, and financial needs of Americans living in hard-to-reach areas—denying farmers land and capital, and denying families food and resources. In this conversation, we will explore parallels between the past and today’s current struggle for food and economic justice, and dive into how community organizing, policy, advocacy and cross-sector collaboration play a pivotal role in addressing the root causes of rural hunger and food insecurity. Register: https://lnkd.in/eqyWnjRd

The legacy of economic injustice and the burden of hunger fall heavily on rural communities. Rural communities experience alarming rates of food insecurity as policies fail to address the agricultural, economic, and financial needs of Americans living in hard-to-reach areas—denying farmers land and capital, and denying families food and resources. In this conversation, we will explore parallels between the past and today’s current struggle for food and economic justice, and dive into how community organizing, policy, advocacy and cross-sector collaboration play a pivotal role in addressing the root causes of rural hunger and food insecurity. Register: https://lnkd.in/g8k3AptJ

Congrats to Plant With Purpose on their recent and well done study on their impact on poverty alleviation. It's rare to see non-profits do real comparisons vs. control groups and still show families who participate in their program: - Eat an extra meal per day due to increased self-generated income - Plant 265 more trees per year (disproportionately of native species) - Add 1.7 months of savings reserves - Experience significant personal/spiritual renewal

Looking forward to reading this report! ———————————————————————— “The Barriers to Federal Investment in Rural Communities report identifies potential strategies individual agencies could undertake to creatively address current barriers to rural access to federal resources, including proposing initiatives for the Appalachian Regional Commission, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Economic Development Agency. Additionally, we propose leadership initiatives that the Office of Management and Budget and that Interagency Councils and Working Groups could undertake to increase federal transparency and improve access to federal funding for rural, coal-impacted communities.”

Are you ready to be a part of something historic and have a Massachusetts where hunger is just a memory? Yesterday was the official launch of the Make Hunger History Coalition - a monumental leap forward in Project Bread's mission to end hunger across Massachusetts. How does the Make Hunger History Coalition differ from previous initiatives addressing hunger in Massachusetts? The #MakeHungerHistoryCoalition is a groundbreaking initiative that stands apart from previous efforts to address hunger in Massachusetts. Unlike past initiatives focused on single policy changes or programs, this comprehensive approach allows us to tackle hunger from all angles, prioritizing equity, movement-building, and systemic change. By uniting advocates, policymakers, businesses, service providers, and individuals with lived experiences of food insecurity, we're creating a powerful force for lasting impact and meaningful change. This coalition is the broadest effort of its kind in our state, bringing together diverse #stakeholders to tackle the many complexities that perpetuate #hunger and drive transformative change across Massachusetts. #MakeHungerHistoryMA coalition is about rewriting the narrative and taking bold steps to ensure everyone can access nutritious food. Join us in making MA the first #hunger-free state in our nation: https://lnkd.in/eVGepeMV #MakeHungerHistoryMA #coalitionbuilding #policychange #systemschange #communityengagement

🚨 WEBINAR ANNOUNCEMENT: Compost Use on Turf Grass WHEN: October 24 from 10 - 11 am pacific time PRICE: ACP Members (FREE!); Non-Members $25 I am excited to moderate this upcoming webinar organized by the Association of Compost Producers. We have a diverse panel of subject-matter experts to teach you everything you need to know about using compost in turf management. Topics will range from the basics of compost application techniques to a deep dive into soil health benefits of compost use and the importance of soil biology!

Do you live or work in the Macleay Valley or know someone who does? The next phase of the #readymacleay project needs your input. Please share your thoughts on the key themes including: Youth Pathways, Housing, CBD Activation, creative industries and agricultural communities. The next step is ACTION. https://lnkd.in/gzB7tv5k #placebased #kempsey #macleay #CommunityAction

I started Scioto Analysis because I believed that policy can do big things. If we wanted to end hunger, we could do it. Check out my recent blog post about how that could happen.

In recent company news, this past Thursday - May 9th, marked The Balmoral Group's participation in the Orlando 2024 SimplyIOA Corporate 5K fundraiser, which was later converted to a 4K due to a near 100-degree heat index in downtown Orlando! 12,000+ runners and walkers, from more than 500 teams from local corporations and nonprofits participated. Together, more than 110,000 meals for the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida were raised. Many TBG staff participated in-person or virtually, as our staff in Seattle did (see pictures below). The event led to a great time hanging with fellow colleagues, family members, and friends, as well. On a different note, we are saddened to hear the passing of Dr. M. Dennis Hanisak from FAU's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (HBOI). Dr. Hanisak was a long-standing friend of The Balmoral Group, and a pioneering conservationist. He is remembered as an eminent marine scientist, a devoted teacher and mentor, and a conservationist for the Indian River Lagoon (IRL). Read more on Dr. Hanisak's history and tribute on FAU's HBOI site at fau.edu/hboi In this week’s edition, we feature articles on interesting and relevent topics within CO2 extraction, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) revisions on environmental assessments, carbon offset measures, planned subdivisions within critical Florida conservation land, transportation proposals in Seattle, and more. We hope you enjoy the read and let us know what you think! https://lnkd.in/erqACtbX #TBG #EconomicPerspective #CO2 #environmental #assessment #carbonoffset #development #transportation

How will you face the obstacles, habits, thoughts, culture that is designed to consume the bodies of the oppressed? How does this question feel in your body? What comes up for you? In order to make an impact, we must face the version of ourself that is standing between the present and the future. The future is waiting on you to make an Impact. In 2024 I challenge you to make an impact and face the version of yourself that no longer serves the vision of our future.