A forum aimed at engaging youth in developing sustainable food projects will take place on May 21 at the downtown Market Square.
From 4 to 6 p.m., Foodshed Project will host the Youth Forum on Sustainability and is encouraging people to attend to voice their ideas and solutions on food system issues and how to get youth involved.
The Foodshed Project is holding the forum to find out what projects would interest people between the ages of 15 and 30, and what would motivate them on this issue.
On average, food travels about 3,000 kilometres before reaching a household, stated a news release. The current food system has a high carbon price tag that cannot be ignored with the rising price of gas.
The youth forum will include presentations from local educator, artist and cultural consultant Will Morin, and chair of the Eat Local Sudbury board Allison Muckle.
"Youth are the driving force for change," said Meredith Tyhurst, youth engagement co-ordinator with the Foodshed Project. "There are so many possibilities for a more sustainable food system. We just need awareness and education on the issues and solutions."
Examples of sustainable food practices include purchasing locally grown food, cooking meals from scratch, eating lower on the food chain, growing food and supporting local agriculture.
The Foodshed Project is also searching for community partners to provide resources and support for youth-led projects.
The Foodshed Project is a sustainable, self-reliant food system that supports community economic development and access to healthy, locally grown food with the City of Greater Sudbury.
For more information, phone Tyhurst at 675-3894 or e-mail [email protected] .
