Date/Time
Apr 30, 2015
8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Rhode Island College
600 Mount Pleasant Avenue,
Providence, RI
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Tags
Adults Only, Deep, Educational-for-adults, food, For a Good Cause, To do in Providence, To do in Rhode Island
This summit is designed for community leaders, anti-hunger advocates, policy makers, educators, and school district staff to learn more about child nutrition programs and advocacy in RI. Hear from leading experts and advocates on the implications of child hunger and the upcoming 2015 Child Nutrition Reauthorization Act. Participate in workshops addressing culture and hunger; expanding and advocating for child nutrition programs such as WIC, summer meals, and breakfast in the classroom; the role of the food business in anti-hunger efforts; SNAP; and more! And visit the Community Partner Fair to learn more about how groups across RI are supporting child nutrition and anti-hunger efforts. KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: Dr. Deborah Frank, Professor and Pediatrician, Boston Medical Center and Ellen Teller, Director of Governmental Affairs, Food Research and Action Center.