#131: NYC Activist Transforming How Cities Buy Food
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Cities can transform how we improve our food system and Ribka Getachew, Director of the NY Good Food Purchasing Program (GFPP) Campaign, joined our show to share just how! Ribka is a long-time organizer and food justice advocate who has been leading this campaign in New York City that serves as a game-changer for the procurement process within local government. The activist talks us through the campaign and how it would address longstanding systemic issues while centering values that support the local food economy and an ethical food buying process. To watch the live episode, subscribe to Food Talks N Color on YouTube! Like, comment and share:)
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