aluCine - PANEL DISCUSSION: Food Insecurity in Latin-American Communities
The Stop
76 Wychwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6G 2X7, Canada
Ontario
43.67992780000001
-79.42319719999999
Description
Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion on food insecurity within Toronto's Latin American communities, presented in partnership with The Stop Barn. We’ll explore the challenges faced, uncover innovative solutions, and examine the impact on individuals and families. We aim to raise awareness and foster a meaningful dialogue about how to address this urgent issue collaboratively.
Whether you’re passionate about community empowerment and food justice or simply eager to learn more, your presence and input are invaluable. Together, we can drive positive change and support our neighbors in need.
The panel will spotlight the specific challenges Latin Americans and other communities in Toronto face regarding access to nutritious food. We’ll delve into practical strategies and initiatives that promote health, equity, and social transformation through food advocacy. Gain insights into the current landscape of food insecurity, the role of community-based food initiatives, and strategies for enhancing food equity within diverse communities.
Panelists
Chef Jagger Gordon
Chef Jagger Gordon's work has garnered recognition and numerous awards. His innovative approach to addressing food waste and food insecurity has inspired others to take action and make a positive impact in their communities.
Tania Borja is a Certified Natural Health Practitioner, Reiki Teacher, Community Organizer, Speaker, facilitator and writer. Trained in Toronto at Transformational Arts College, with 15 + experience facilitating Therapeutic sessions, lectures, circles, retreats, workshops and courses on Integrative health. Tania specializes in Personal Transformation and Holistic wellbeing. She is the founder of Lunae Healing Arts and her goal is to support your healing process in the most appropriate way incorporating all the tools of her knowledge and expertise in a dynamic and integrated holistic healing session. Her services include professional holistic health consultation in the areas of Natural Nutrition, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Reflexology massage, and Vibrational medicine to treat a specific body-mind-spirit ailment or concern. Tania is committed to guide you and support you to take full control of your own health and wellbeing.
Cecilia Rocha Cecilia (PhD in Economics) is the past Director of the School of Nutrition, Ryerson University, where she is a Professor of Food Security and Food Policy. Cecilia is a member of the International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems (IPES-Food), and the Canadian Lead of the project Scaling-up small-scale food processing for therapeutic and complementary foods for children in Vietnam, funded by Global Affairs Canada and the International Development Research Centre (IDRC). From 2004 to 2010, Dr. Rocha was the Director of the project Building Capacity in Food Security in Brazil, funded by the Canadian International Development Agency. Her work and publications on Belo Horizonte has brought international attention to that Brazilian city's innovative policies and programs for food security. She has participated in research of food security conditions among immigrant populations in Toronto, and was an active member of the Toronto Food Policy Council from 2006 to 2011. Invited to be part of the Toronto Food Strategy Steering Group, she participated in the elaboration of the 2011 Toronto Food Strategy under the leadership of the city's Medical Officer of Health.
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Start:
2024-10-17T18:00:00-04:00
End:
2024-10-17T20:00:00-04:00
Category
Food & Drink
Tickets
General Admission
0.0
CAD
30