Gini, Did you know that Mississippi has some of the highest rates of food insecurity, obesity, and poverty in the country? The Mississippi Delta — a geographic region that includes the northwest part of the state and where 30% of residents live below the poverty line — is particularly affected by lack of access to good food. What you might not know, though, is that there are many people in the Delta working tirelessly in their communities to change that. And because Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) is on a mission to ensure that everyone in every zip code is able to find and afford good food, our work begins where it is needed most. |
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This program is a stakeholder-led initiative that seeks to promote health and advance a sustainable and equitable food system in the Delta. This year, we're focusing on: - Building awareness and demand for locally-grown produce
- Transforming retail stores to prioritize good food
- Supporting farmers markets
- Engaging and empowering Delta youth as food change-makers
These goals are directly tied to the three pillars necessary to support Food Equity. As this program moves forward, I'll be sharing stories about people working and living in the Delta communities that are helping to build greater food access. Thank you for helping to power work like this in the Delta and throughout the country! You are helping us build a strong foundation of Food Equity for communities in need. With gratitude,  Jason Wilson
Head of Communications
Partnership for a Healthier America P.S. Click here to read more about our work in the Mississippi Delta. |
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