Hi All, Everyday, my heart breaks for the despicable displays of hatred that have become so common in our world. We need to foster love, understanding, compassion, and tolerance in all aspects of our lives. I even see it in … Read More
Posts tagged: #justice
March 25: Just Food Conference
When: Sunday, March 25 at 9 AM – 7 PM Where: Teachers College, Columbia University 525 W 120th St, New York, New York 10027 Cost: $75 Register Online HERE.
iEat Green Shares Interview with Lorrie Clevenger
Hi All, Today I had a wonderful conversation with Lorrie Clevenger, who is a long time food activist, co-owner and farmer at Rise and Root Farm in Chester, NY. Lorrie is currently the Development Coordinator for WhyHunger, a non-for profit … Read More
iEat Green Supports Organic Farmers in Puerto Rico; Contemplating Gun Violence in this Country; Lierre Keith, Author of “The Vegetarian Myth: Food, Justice and Sustainability” Joins Bhavani on PRN
Hi All, As you can imagine, the farmers and farmer’s markets in Puerto Rico have been devastated by Hurricane Irma and Maria. I had the opportunity to meet many of the farmers from the Slow Food community when I was … Read More
Keep the Soil, Not the Grass; Artists’ Share More Than Fruit; Healthy School Food is Here to Stay; NY Fast-Food Workers Make Political Gains; Nestle Comments to Protect Food Safety
U.S. Pays Farmers Billions To Save The Soil. But It’s Blowing Away – NPR, the Salt In recent years, dust storms have returned, driven mainly by drought. But, according to rural residents and others, farmers are “making the problem worse by … Read More
Today is International Women’s Day! Join the Movement! The Rise of Earthquakes; De-Stress with Michel Pascal as He Joins Bhavani on the Progressive Radio Network
Hi All, Today, Wednesday March 8th, is International Women’s Day, and the organizers of the Women’s March have called for a day of action for equity, justice, and the human rights of women—through collective action, economic solidarity, and a one-day … Read More