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New study identifies perceived stigma related to free and reduced-price school meals and opinions on universal free school meals

May 29, 2025
By Jean Aquino, Danielle Lee, Wendi Gosliner, Lorrene D Ritchie
A new study explored parent perceptions of stigma and benefits associated with free and reduced-price school meals and universal free school meals. The United States Department of Agriculture’s school meals programs provide school-aged students with nutritious meals necessary for healthy development and…
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Nutrition Policy Institute presented on healthy school meals for all at the 2025 FRAC National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference

May 27, 2025
By Brianna Aguayo Villalon, Dania Orta-Aleman, Danielle Lee, Lorrene D Ritchie
The National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference aims to strengthen federal nutrition programs, close food access gaps for low-income communities, and develop innovative strategies to end hunger nationwide. Sponsored by the Food Research & Action Center in cooperation with the National CACFP Forum, the…
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NPI welcomes Molly Shea as new project policy analyst

May 12, 2025
By Danielle Lee
Molly Shea joined the Nutrition Policy Institute at the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources on May 8, 2025 as a project policy analyst. She began her work at NPI in October 2024 as a survey worker supporting various projects. Prior to her work with NPI, Molly worked in program…
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NPI partners with National WIC Association and Pepperdine University to conduct 2025 WIC Multi-State Participant Satisfaction Survey

May 9, 2025
By Danielle Lee, Lorrene D Ritchie
Nutrition Policy Institute researchers will work with the National WIC Association and Pepperdine University to conduct a 2025 Multi-State Satisfaction Survey of participants in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, or WIC. Survey results will build upon prior surveys…
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