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This is what true leadership looks like. A true leader is looking to enhance the lives of many and has no interest in enhancing their own position. We need more leaders like this to make this country what it can be and ensure the economic gap is reduced.

Post-grad news: I'm happy to share that I'll be starting as Mid-Ohio Food Collective's Communications Coordinator next week! I'm eager to support MOFC's mission of combatting hunger in Franklin County and beyond through their food banks, farm, 'farmacy,' kitchen and markets. The USDA's Economic Research Service reported that food insecurity in the U.S. rose from 12.8% (17 million) in 2022 to 13.5% (18 million) in 2023. Comparatively, in 2020 and 2021, at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, food insecurity was recorded at 10.5% (13.8 million) and 10.2% (13.5 million) respectively. The topic of food insecurity in America is more prevalent than ever, so I encourage you to volunteer with MOFC or your local food bank, especially during this holiday season. Source: https://lnkd.in/gcCNW3JX

While I enthusiastically believe in the need for the services provided by food pantries and meal sites, it’s important to recognize their inadequacy. Without deliberate efforts to address the root causes of hunger, they simply maintain a system that leaves too many people without the food they need to thrive. Read more on the difference between fighting hunger and food justice on the Who Deserves to Eat blog: https://lnkd.in/g6VRgEWi #whodeservestoeat #endhunger #foodjustice

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Check out insights from Regi Young, our 2024 Food Bank Leader of the Year, on the future of food banking!

Today is World Food Day. There are millions of people who are food insecure and don't know how, where or when they will have access to fresh, healthy, affordable food. Food insecurity hits close to home. According to Feeding America, my home state of Texas has a high rate of food insecurity. Some 4 million Texans (children, adults, working families, veterans, etc.) struggle with gaining access to fresh, healthy, affordable food. It does not have to be that way. The work that I do at the intersection of faith and food insecurity, advancing equity and dismantling food apartheid, is about being an ecclesial disruptor of the systemic injustices that cause our neighbors to be hungry. Let's be intentional about understanding the root causes of hunger, food insecurity and food injustice. Our Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) neighbors are disproportionately affected at up to THREE TIMES the rate of our white neighbors. Learn more at Feeding America. You can also purchase a copy of my book, Scrimpin' and Scrapin': The Hardships and Hustle of Women and Food Insecurity in Texas to learn firsthand why Texas has such a higher rate of food insecurity. My book is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Google Books, Thrift Books, etc. If you're in Dallas, you can purchase it at Pan African Connection and Bookstore in Oak Cliff.

Break an Egg! prompt: A wild prediction for your industry. Right now, someone you know is dealing with food insecurity. For those of us in white collar, LinkedIn-friendly jobs, this likely comes as a surprise. But, if you have more than five friends, statistics tell us that one of them is likely dealing with food insecurity. You can make a difference. If you're a business leader, make your next team building exercise a volunteer excursion to your local Food Bank. Sponsor the Food Bank's next event. Host a food drive - or a virtual food drive - for your employees. Food Banks throughout the State and country are helping people every day battle food insecurity. You can help. For every neighbor in need.

The main reason why you’re hungry all the time is because more than half your meal is carbs. I’m not saying carbs are bad. I’m saying they are not very filling. Meaning you’re going to be able to eat more of them and feel hungry again a few hours later. This is also why you have cravings. When you consume processed carbs you’re going to crave more of them instantly. They are designed that way for a reason. So you keep coming back for me spending more money on those foods. If you can relate to this post then follow for my post tomorrow! I’m going to talk about how to control your hunger and cravings!

South Plains Food Bank- Exploring https://lnkd.in/eCQjxV4v In the core of West Texas, the South Plains Food Bank (SPFB) plays a significant role in tending to food weakness and encouraging local area support. Laid out to battle hunger, the food bank has developed into an imperative asset for people and families out of luck, giving food as well as trust and respect. This article investigates the mission, administrations, local area effects, and ways you can engage with the South Fields Food Bank.