Civic Engagement: Food Justice & Voter Participation

The Food Justice Movement works to ensure universal access to nutritious, affordable, and culturally-appropriate food for all, while advocating for the well-being and safety of those involved in the food production process. The movement aims to address disparities in food access, particularly for communities of color and low-income communities, by examining the structural roots of our food system. Food Justice addresses questions of land ownership, agricultural practices, distribution of technology and resources, workers’ rights, and the historical injustices communities of color have faced. Food Justice is closely intertwined with environmental justice and sustainability movements.

• What is Food Justice?

  This article from Healthline defines food justice and follows experts as they explain how they increase marginalized communities' access to food.

• What is the Food Justice Movement?

  From the Stray Dog Institute, which provides funding, strategic research, and support to nonprofit organizations, this webpage examines the history of the food justice movement, defines food justice, and shares examples of food justice advocacy.

• What is Food Justice and Why Is It Necessary?

  Published in FoodPrint, this article defines Food Justice, looks back at the history or America's food systems, and shares what we can do to the food justice movement.

• 8 Facts to Know About Food Waste and Hunger

  Article from the World Food Program USA

• Food Justice: Union of Concerned Scientists

  Published by the Union of Concerned Scientists