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Watch Webinars To Learn More About Advocacy Efforts

Whether you’re just getting started with advocacy or expanding your knowledge, watch our webinars for the latest updates in anti-hunger policy.

FEATURED WEBINAR

Farm Bill Policy Priorities

About every 5 years, Congress negotiates to renew a sweeping bundle of legislation known as the farm bill. The farm bill is an extremely important piece of legislation that is set to be renewed in 2023, and will be a critical opportunity to strengthen SNAP and other nutritional programs at the federal level.

Learn from the Greater Chicago Food Depository, Northern Illinois Food Bank and the St. Louis Area Food Bank about the farm bill priorities for Illinois food banks, and ways you can get involved in advocacy.

Farm Bill Process 101: Learn How the Farm Bill is Made and What to Expect This Year

Learn the process and history of the farm bill, including how it is drafted and debated. During this webinar, you’ll also hear what Feeding America and other national anti-hunger organizations expect to happen with the farm bill this year and some advocacy highlights in Illinois.

Farm Bill 101: Strengthening SNAP and Other Nutrition Programs

Learn what major nutrition programs are funded by the farm bill, who they serve and how they operate. You’ll also hear about important areas that should be improved in the upcoming farm bill.

Declining School Attendance and Child Hunger

Significant pandemic-related changes within our nation’s schools are disrupting children’s education and nutrition. The Food Depository hosted a virtual panel event exploring the decline in school attendance and changes in school meal participation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Impact of Rising Food Prices and Inflation on Food Insecurity

Subject matter experts from the USDA, Chosen Tabernacle food pantry and the Greater Chicago Food Depository discuss how rising food prices, inflation and supply chain challenges are contributing to the ongoing hunger crisis.

Advancing Food and Racial Justice

For generations, systemic inequities and racial injustice have led to disproportionate rates of poverty and food insecurity among communities of color. Food and racial justice cannot be addressed as separate issues. Learn how you can support efforts to reduce food insecurity and advance racial equity.

The Importance of Child Nutrition Programs

Learn about the current state of child hunger in Illinois, an overview of child nutrition programs, key priorities for upcoming legislative opportunities, and what advocates can do to ensure that child nutrition programs get the support they need.

Take Action to End Hunger. Become a Champion Advocate.

Sign up to receive email updates on important nutrition policy changes affecting our community. You’ll be given the opportunity to take action by contacting your legislator, attending webinars to improve your advocacy knowledge, sharing updates with your network and more.