Overview
Explore how faith communities are working to create more just, equitable, and sustainable food systems in this audio conference. Delve into the role of faith-based organizations in addressing food insecurity, poverty, and climate justice. Learn from a diverse panel of religious leaders and experts as they discuss local efforts to distribute food and resources, advocacy for equitable social and economic policies, and collaboration with environmentalists, labor movements, animal rights activists, community organizers, charitable organizations, and health advocates. Gain insights into the moral framework that faith communities bring to challenging global issues and their long-standing influence on social policy and community activism. Hear from panelists representing various religious backgrounds, including Christian, Islamic, Jewish, and Sikh perspectives, as they share their experiences and strategies for mobilizing communities to tackle food justice from multiple angles.
Syllabus
Conversations on Food Justice: Faith & Food Justice
Taught by
The Aspen Institute