CFSC presents a new workshop:

Community Food Assessments, A Tool for Change

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about a creative way to highlight food-related resources and needs, promote collaborations and community participation, and create lasting change. Participatory workshops will cover the nuts and bolts and potential benefits of conducting a Community Food Assessment. Workshops will be led by experienced trainers who have worked closely with community groups to conduct assessments.

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Location & Dates:

• May 29, 2002 - Fresno
• June 18, 2002 - Los Angeles
• June 20, 2002 - East Bay Area

Cost:

The registration fee for the all-day workshop is $25 (lunch is included). We do not want to exclude anyone due to lack of funds. Please contact us if you'd like to request a scholarship (requests are due one week prior to workshop date.) Space is limited; register early!

Community Food Assessments can help you:

• Initiate new projects with community support and involvement
  
• Build the case for additional resources
• Advocate for change in your community and on a larger scale
  
• Engage community members in learning about food health
  
• Gain a greater understanding of local needs and resources
  
• Empower community members to create lasting change
  

The workshops will cover:

• Examples of Community Food Assessments and their impacts
• Tips on how to start an assessment
• Information and resources available
• Possible outcomes for your community

Workshop participants will receive:

A comprehensive guidebook on conducting Community Food Assessments and other related materials. Groups who choose to conduct assessments can receive additional support from CFSC.

For more information, download the Community Food Assessment Brochure.

Thanks to the California Nutrition Network and the USDA for providing funding and other support for this work.

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