SARE PDP Learning Sessions

As we begin our Learning Session Series, we start with the foundational concept of addressing racial equity in our food systems work. In this session, we hear from representatives from two north central states on the importance of shared language and practical approaches to racial equity and food sovereignty in a community-led effort. 

Learning Objectives

• Explore models, practices, and progress in centering racial equity in statewide food system plans

• Assess our roles in addressing racial and structural inequities through our respective food systems plans or statewide and regional efforts

Presenters:

• amaha sellasie

• Lindsey Scalera

Facilitation Team:

• Dr. Brittany Jones

• Naima Gardener Rice

• Rhoda Burrows

• Lindsey Scalera

As we continue our Learning Session Series, we move onto the concept of networks. In this session, we will kick things off with an interactive activity and discussion. We will also hear from representatives of four north central states sharing their insights from research and community-driven experiences developing statewide and regional food systems networks.

Learning Objectives

• Gain an understanding of components that contribute to the development of networks supporting statewide food system plans/charters at different stages

• Explore a continuum model for collaboration that supports network development, and hear real-world examples and insights about networks in early stages as well as further along.

Presenters:

• Catie DeMets

• Abby Gold

Facilitation Team: 

• Geb Bastien

• Stephanie Blumhagen

• Catie DeMets

• Abby Gold

• Sarah E. Smith

• Sarah Buranskas

• Lindsey Scalera

In this interactive learning session, we focus on how to incorporate data strategies into impactful storytelling as part of statewide food systems plans. Participants will hear from practitioners in our network who will share their experiences and explore strategies for whether you're just starting out or already working on tracking progress toward statewide goals.

Learning Objectives:

• Hear examples of measurement projects that are further along

• Reflect on the challenges and successes of different approaches

• Understand how on-the-ground projects and systems or policy change can result from data gathering and storytelling.

Facilitation Team & Presenters: 

• Abby Gold

• Dr. Brittany Jones

• Lindsey Scalera

• Sarah Buranskas

In this learning session, we will explore the elements of policy advocacy - a broad spectrum of action to shape policy - and hear from two states on the pathways their statewide food systems plans have provided to engage in policy advocacy. 

Prior to this meeting you are welcome to add to and review our Policy Action Bulletin Board or share your favorite toolkits for communication and advocacy to the Resource Hub. 

Learning Objectives:

• Learn about the essential components of advocacy, including different roles people can play in advocacy processes

• Explore at least two state examples of “successful” advocacy pathways

• Feel empowered and inspired to engage in food systems advocacy

Facilitation Team & Presenters

• Erin Melton

• Jan Libbey

• Tommy Hextler

• Lindsey Scalera

• Sarah Buranskas

• Geb Bastien