A Tale of Two Counties Addressing Food Insecurity in Fairfield County through Community Empowerment

A Tale of Two Counties: Addressing Food Insecurity in Fairfield County through Community Empowerment, will engage food systems changemakers who lead and advocate for community-based initiatives working to make food, land and watersheds accessible to all Fairfield County residents. Moderated by Simone Quartey, Director of Center for Equity & Justice at YWCA Greenwich, the discussion will explore how the data around wealth and health disparities is underpinned by systemic barriers to nourishing, culturally resonate and place-based food. Panelists will unpack these barriers and the ways in which they contribute to the unprecedented levels of food insecurity in Fairfield County.

Food insecurity is a complex issue with several interrelated factors. Communities most impacted are leading the way with effective systemic solutions as they strengthen connectivity, build trusted relationships and foster a collective vision towards food as a human right. Panelists will share their experience and knowledge around what a just, equitable and nourishing food system means through the lens of philanthropy, policy, health, narrative and grassroots organizing.