Overview
Project Title
Food Justice and Sovereignty Workshop
Organization Name
Keywords
Related Course Concepts
Food justice, Food security, Food insecurity, Poverty reduction/income inequality
Organization Information
Organization Name
Mission and Vision of Organization
Mission
Guided by Jewish values exemplified by Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) our mission is to provide essential supports fostering the social, physical and emotional wellness of individuals and families most in need.
Vision
Our vision is to make meaningful impact in clients’ lives proactively addressing challenges, embracing change, and uplifting lives.
Guiding Principles + Values
- Trust & Collaboration
- Dignity & Respect
- Inclusion & Diversity
- Compassion & Care
- Transparency & Accountability
Contact Information
- Primary Contact Person(s): Tanja Demajo
- Email: tdemajo [at] jfsvancouver [dot] ca
- Phone: 604.637.3311
- Address: 320-2285 Clark Dr., Vancouver
- Website: https://www.jfsvancouver.ca/
Preferred Method of Contact
- Best method(s) to contact: Email
- Best day(s) to contact: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays
- Best time(s) to contact: Afternoons
Preferred Platform(s) for Remote Collaboration
- In person, Email, Phone, Zoom
Project Description
Context: What challenge or issue does the project aim to address?
JFS runs a number of programs that address the issue of food insecurity. Some of the challenges that the programs are trying to practically respond to are not just to bring some food to people's table, but be environmentally conscious, accessible, and accountable to the fact that all humans have a right to healthy food. However, as important as it is to deliver the services to those in need, the education of the public is as important. Without the education, the social services continue to be a bandage for much larger societal problems. This project will focus on a public education session about food justice and sovereignty. The goal is to engage the community in understanding the social food movement and envision new ways of producing and eating food.
Will the project work for the students be online, in person, or a combination?
- Combination
Main Project Activities
- Workshop design and implementation/facilitation
- Media materials
Expected Project Deliverable(s)
- Media materials (to be determined with community partner)
- Public education workshop
Student Assets and Skills (preferred or required)
- Good organizational skills
- Good communicator
- Some experience with organizing and/or facilitating workshops
- Good team player
Student Assets and Skills (to be developed through the project)
- Workshop planning and facilitation skills
Are there any mandatory attendance dates (e.g. special event)?
- Public education workshop (date TBD)
Is a criminal record search (CRS) required?
- Yes
If a criminal record search is required, when should the process be initiated?
- At the first community partner meeting
Preferred Days of Week and Hours
- Flexible
Related Community Service Opportunities for Students
- Students can volunteer in our food programs.
Required Reading
Project/Partner Orientation Materials
Students should review these materials prior to the first partner meeting:
- https://www.jfsvancouver.ca/services/family-and-adult-resources/food-and-support/
- https://jfskitchen.ca/
Additional Project/Partner Orientation Materials
The following will be provided at the first community partner meeting:
- In-person orientation
Outcomes
Intended Short-term (Project) Outcome
- Workshop attendees gain a better understanding about what food justice and food sovereignty
- Workshop attendees learn about the ways they can get involved and support local agencies