Food Sovereignty is the right of all mankind. It differs from Food Security in some very important ways. Note the definitions below.
Food Sovereignty vs. Food Security
It is with these principles in mind that we can begin to rebuild our world and some of what might be missing in our society and communities. Are you concerned about food availability, quality, or affordability? You would not be alone.
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As this is such a concern for so many right now, I propose a few ideas to get you started. No matter what your stance, politically, economically or socially, you will probably find that most of the people living around you within your direct neighborhood have a concern about food right now. So how do you connect? Have you thought about a cooperative growing effort in your community? Have you reached out? Have you perhaps elderly or people with disabilities that prevent them from growing food in their yard, but would love to do so?
If you are growing food in your back yard, in pots on your deck or balcony or within the confines of your home, or whether you are not, all things are possible. It is up to each of us to decide what we will do to be more food sovereign, and it helps to understand that the more hands we have, the lighter the work. Many are afraid to reach out, thinking they will not find any like-minded neighbors, but I encourage you to try. Gardening is an endeavor meant to be done in community. It is the best, and fastest way to ensure food sovereignty and build relationships, safety and trust within a neighborhood and a spirit of sharing that we lack. This is easily done and all it takes to start is a sign at the end of your driveway or on the local mailbox area that asks the question, “Are you concerned about food security, and would you be interested in exploring some options for growing food in our local neighborhood together?” If you add your phone number, you can choose where you meet and when and go from there.
Even a few neighbors can begin a movement that can grow within your local area and provide food for many families. Everyone could grow different things, or contribute area, tools, time, resources, seeds or other things to the effort if their time is short. Extra weekly produce could be offered for sale or barter at the end of your driveway one day on the weekend, and lead to greater awareness of the rich taste, nutrient content and health of food grown locally, leading to preserving classes, food sharing events like a harvest barbeque and greater interest in community. The soil and sky are the limit.
If you would like to know what other resources might be in your area, or have an interest in starting one of these or joining one in your neighborhood, email us, and we will do our best to connect you all together. But it is really as simple as I have outlined, and will lead to the reconnection of people within their own neighborhoods. Good luck, and good growing!
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