{"id":470,"date":"2024-08-29T14:41:56","date_gmt":"2024-08-29T18:41:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/abrdietetics\/?post_type=chapter&p=470"},"modified":"2026-08-24T18:33:38","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T22:33:38","slug":"food-insecurity","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/abrdietetics\/chapter\/food-insecurity\/","title":{"raw":"4.9: Food Insecurity and Food Justice","rendered":"4.9: Food Insecurity and Food Justice"},"content":{"raw":"

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The manifestations of white supremacy and Anti-Black Racism (ABR) in dietetics have profound consequences for Black communities in Canada, exacerbating existing health disparities and contributing to socioeconomic challenges. These systemic issues not only limit access to culturally competent care but also undermine efforts toward achieving food sovereignty and equitable health outcomes (Etowa, Beagan, & Runnels, 2020).<\/p>\r\n

Food justice<\/a> is an essential aspect of addressing systemic inequities within our food systems. It encompasses advocacy for dignity, equity, and community engagement, focusing on addressing food insecurity through community-based solutions. Food justice involves confronting systems of oppression<\/a>, including patriarchy<\/a> and misogyny<\/a>, and understanding the intersectionality of various forms of economic injustice<\/a>. Urban farming and culturally appropriate practices are vital components in promoting economic equity and ensuring that all communities have access to nutritious and culturally relevant foods.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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Video 4.9:<\/b> Co-Chair of the Toronto Youth Food Policy Council and an Urban Farmer and Equity Coordinator at Food Share Toronto<\/a>, Sheldomar Elliott, discusses the connection between the health of the Canadian Black community and systems of oppression. Sheldomar's insights highlight the importance of food sovereignty and food justice for marginalized communities, addressing the intersection of food systems and systemic barriers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/header>\r\n

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\r\n\r\nKeywords:<\/strong> Advocacy,<\/a> Community-Based Initiative<\/a>, Culturally Appropriate Food,<\/a> Economic Injustice<\/a>, Equity<\/a>, Food Insecurity<\/a>, Food Justice, <\/a>Intersectionality, <\/a>Misogyny. <\/a>Patriarchy, <\/a>Systems of Oppression.<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n
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  1. Do a Google search. Can you find any food or nutrition policies in your community, workplace, local government, or school that promote anti-racism? What do your findings suggest? How can you get involved?<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n
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