NJ Student Climate Advocates
Our Projects
Our projects are driven by a shared passion for creating a healthier, more equitable planet, and they span a wide range of areas from advocacy and education to hands-on environmental stewardship.
Food Insecurity Overview
What is Food Insecurity?
Food insecurity is characterized by the uncertainty or inability to obtain sufficient, safe, and nutritious food that meets dietary needs for an active and healthy life. It includes both the quantity and quality of food available, encompassing the ability to obtain food and the adequacy of that food.
Causes
Poverty is a primary driver of food insecurity. When individuals or families lack sufficient income, they struggle to afford adequate food. Issues like unemployment, underemployment, and inadequate social safety nets can exacerbate food insecurity. Natural disasters, climate change, and disruptions to food production can lead to shortages and price increases, impacting food access.
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Impact
Food insecurity can lead to malnutrition, which affects physical and cognitive development, increases susceptibility to illness, and can lead to chronic conditions.
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The Food Insecurity Project
NJSCA is dedicated to addressing the disproportionate impact of food insecurity on overburdened communities in New Jersey through a comprehensive educational white paper. This paper explores the distribution of food deserts and the accessibility of food resources, examining how factors such as race, income level, and other socio-economic conditions influence these disparities.
By highlight the intersection of these variables, we aim to shed light on the systemic issues contributing to food insecurity and propose actionable solutions for creating equitable food access. Our approach combines community engagement with research. We actively collaborate with a number of esteemed partners such as:
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NJSCA strives to listen to the community issues by participating in-person volunteering at food drives. Our team hopes to host our own food drive soon.
