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NETWORK SPOTLIGHT
Protecting Our Communities: Food Policy Councils’ Response To Ice
The presence of ICE agents in Southern New England is increasing. ICE abductions tear at the fabric of our communities while increasing food insecurity, disrupting the agriculture and food sector workforce, and raising grocery prices for everyone. Learn how the Chicago Food Policy Action Council and the Los Angeles Food Policy Council have responded to increased ICE activity in their communities. Register here: bit.ly/49KXrfI
Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land called Rhode Island today, the Narragansett, Niantic, Nipmuc, Pokanoket, and Wampanoag nations.
We recognize the Indigenous continuance, contributions, and stewardship of this land since time immemorial. We recognize and honor the kinship relationships between tribal nations and their relationship with the land, waters, and all living things. We pay our respect to their elders past, present and emerging.
A land acknowledgement cannot fulfill all needs or goals. However, it is important to start somewhere. We strive to include and empower Indigenous voices, nations, organizations, and people as well as Indigenous-led campaigns for environmental justice, land and water rights and ultimately land return to Indigenous nations.
Wednesday, 11/19 @ 12-1 pm
Join us to hear updates on and discuss opportunities for Rhode Island in the upcoming federal Farm Bill.
Wednesday, 12/3 @ 3:30 - 4:30 pm
The presence of ICE agents in Southern New England is increasing. ICE abductions tear at the fabric of our communities while increasing food insecurity, disrupting the agriculture and food sector workforce, and raising grocery prices for everyone. Learn how the Chicago Food Policy Action Council and the Los Angeles Food Policy Council have responded to […]
Wednesday, 12/17 @ 12-1 pm
Join us to discuss RIFPC’s legislative priorities for the 2026 General Assembly.
Tuesday, 01/27 @ 12-1 pm
Join us to review the newest data and trends for the RI Food System Factbook.