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Purpose & Objectives
The purpose of the Cumberland County Food System Alliance is to support a sustainable local food system that promotes economic vitality, increases food security, promotes wellness and advances community resilience in Cumberland County.
Current Objectives:
- Foster networking and food systems education.
- Coordinate local food systems efforts.
- Explore food systems collaboration and pooling of resources where appropriate.
- Stay apprised of important food systems health and access issues and serve as a repository of relevant data and resources.
- Advance food policy and advocacy work.
Events
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Learn more about upcoming Cumberland County Food System Alliance events related to our local food systems.
Resources
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Explore food access and nutrition resources available in Cumberland County and the surrounding area.
Leadership Team
Leadership Council for 2024-2025:
- Heather Bedi, PhD, Dickinson College
- Chris Connor, Shippensburg Produce and Outreach
- Diana Dellinger, United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service (Council Chair)
- Manal El Harrak, MBA, Sadler Health Center
- Laura Whitaker Escobar, Central Pennsylvania Food Bank
- Russ Hedberg, PhD, Shippensburg University
- Mary Ann Leidigh, MEd, Shippensburg University, Center for Land Use & Sustainability (Project Management Support)
- Lisa Maddux, Project SHARE
- Amy Santarelli, Penn State Extension
- Stephanie Williams, Cumberland County Planning Department
- Gail Witwer, Partnership for Better Health
- Zach Zook, Central Pennsylvania Food Bank
We are in the process of developing work groups and looking to expand our community partners. Please contact us at: [email protected] to learn how you can get involved!
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