Tuesday, April 25, 3:30-5 PM

By taking a public health and health equity-driven approach to our work, Cooperative Extension is positioned to be an important player in collaborating with communities and partners to strengthen long-term sources of healthy foods accessible to all. Join presenters from three unique external agencies working on Farm to School programs, community and school gardens, and farmers markets. Participants will be able to connect with new organizations and each other to discuss challenges, roadblocks and new opportunities for robust interdisciplinary engagement.

Speakers:

Rethinking Farm to School
Alexa Norstad, Executive Director, Center Ecoliteracy

Best Practices for Community Engagement Through Community Gardens
Diana Campos-Jimenez, Interim Executive Director, Los Angeles Community Garden Council

Increasing Healthy Food Access and Affordability at Farmers Markets
Allen Moy, Executive Director, Pacific Coast Farmer's Market Association