Black Panthers vs Hunger: America's Forgotten Battle with Denise Washington
11/02/22 • 50 min
Driven by passion and determination, Denise Washington set out on a journey to make a difference in her community and found herself facing the harsh reality of food deserts and corner stores selling substandard products. But what happened next was an unexpected twist of fate that changed the lives of countless people forever.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Discover the impact of the Black Panther movement on addressing food insecurity in Black communities.
- Learn about strategies for tackling food deserts through creating community gardens and implementing distribution programs.
- Uncover the benefits of building relationships with local farmers for a fresh food supply.
- Acquire the tools to empower individuals with healthy eating habits and nutritional education.
- Unravel the lasting legacy of food justice, community empowerment, and resource sharing.
My special guest is Denise Washington
Meet Denise Washington, a passionate advocate for food justice and community empowerment. With an extensive background in addressing food insecurity, Denise has taken it upon herself to educate and inspire others in the fight against hunger. Through her work with the Black Panther movement, she has gained invaluable experience in promoting the importance of sharing resources and supporting local communities. Denise's unwavering dedication to this cause is evident in her continued efforts to eliminate food deserts and ensure that every individual has access to fresh, nutritious food. Her expertise and commitment make her an invaluable voice in the food justice movement.
Connect with Denise:
Email: [email protected]
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Eb5Mmh0VMNKzGadkoU6Dw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwspinner55/
Website: www.yournextchapternow60.com
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Driven by passion and determination, Denise Washington set out on a journey to make a difference in her community and found herself facing the harsh reality of food deserts and corner stores selling substandard products. But what happened next was an unexpected twist of fate that changed the lives of countless people forever.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Discover the impact of the Black Panther movement on addressing food insecurity in Black communities.
- Learn about strategies for tackling food deserts through creating community gardens and implementing distribution programs.
- Uncover the benefits of building relationships with local farmers for a fresh food supply.
- Acquire the tools to empower individuals with healthy eating habits and nutritional education.
- Unravel the lasting legacy of food justice, community empowerment, and resource sharing.
My special guest is Denise Washington
Meet Denise Washington, a passionate advocate for food justice and community empowerment. With an extensive background in addressing food insecurity, Denise has taken it upon herself to educate and inspire others in the fight against hunger. Through her work with the Black Panther movement, she has gained invaluable experience in promoting the importance of sharing resources and supporting local communities. Denise's unwavering dedication to this cause is evident in her continued efforts to eliminate food deserts and ensure that every individual has access to fresh, nutritious food. Her expertise and commitment make her an invaluable voice in the food justice movement.
Connect with Denise:
Email: [email protected]
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Eb5Mmh0VMNKzGadkoU6Dw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwspinner55/
Website: www.yournextchapternow60.com
Connect with Cori:
💖Instagram: instagram.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast
💚Join the mailing list: The Melanin Wellness Podcast
💙Wellness Clarity Call https://calendly.com/flexiblesoulwellness/15-min-holistic-nutrition-clarity
💜Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast
🌐Website: bio.site/themelaninwellnesspodcast
📧Email: [email protected]
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